CT Spine With Contrast

The spinal cord is an important and major part of the central nervous system. It is located in the vertebral canal. It reaches from the base of the skull to the upper part of the lower back. It is surrounded by bones of the spine and a sac containing cerebrospinal fluid.

CT (Computed tomography) of the spine with contrast media is an imaging scan that is used to diagnose/detect spinal column damage in injured patients. For this scan contrast media is given to the patient to cause the particular organ or tissue under the study more clearly. It is a fast procedure that provides more detailed information about the vertebrae which are bones of the spine, tissues, other spinal structures, injuries, and diseases of the spine.

Why is CT Spine with contrast Done?

Doctors recommend a CT scan spine with contrast to evaluate the spine for a herniated disk, spinal tumors, the extent of spinal injuries, spinal structural anomalies such as spina bifida, blood vessel malformations, or many other conditions. It is also used to evaluate the effects of treatment on the spine.

What is the procedure for CT Spine with contrast?

The CT Radiologist will explain the complete procedure for CT Spine with contrast

In which cases CT Spine with contrast is not done?

In the case of pregnancy, CT Spine with contrast is not done. So, female patients must inform the doctor/radiology nurse if they are pregnant or if there is a chance of pregnancy.

Cost of CT Spine with contrast

The cost of CT Spine with contrast near me in Delhi varies, It ranges from INR to INR.