 Left Ankle Joint Test.webp)
CECT (Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography) Left Ankle Joint is a diagnostic imaging procedure used to identify problems with the left ankle joint. If a fracture, injury, infection, inflammation, or other disorder is not visible on the X-ray, the doctor may recommend this scan to evaluate the left ankle joint regions for fracture, injury, infection, inflammation, or other disorders. The radiologist will inject you with contrast media and take images of your left ankle joint with a rotating x-ray beam.
The majority of people have no side effects. In a few cases, the contrast dye used during the procedure may cause mild side effects such as flushing, itching, and headaches, which usually go away after a few minutes. An abnormal test scan in the left ankle joints could indicate abnormal bone growth, arthritis, inflammation, infection, or injury.
This test is used to detect ankle joint bone fractures that are not visible on a simple X-ray.
CT Radiologist will explain to you the step-by-step procedure for CECT Left Ankle Joint before undergoing the procedure.
Pregnant women should notify their doctor (and the x-ray technician) because the radiations could harm the foetus. If necessary, precautions can be taken to reduce the fetus's exposure to radiation.
You may be required to remove any jewelry or metal objects that may interfere with the image.
Before proceeding with the procedure, have a blood urea and creatinine test performed to evaluate kidney function and ensure the safety of the contrast.
A CECT (Contrast Enhanced Computed Tomography) Left Ankle Joint Testis typically performed in a hospital's radiology department or an outpatient imaging facility. So, for the best services and reliable results, schedule your test at Ganesh Diagnostic in Yamuna Vihar.