Can I have a diagnostic imaging test while I am pregnant?
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams38149
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Eastern Zone. Diagnostic Imaging QI Committee.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 2317
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Diagnostic imaging tests take pictures of the inside of your body. These tests include X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, nuclear medicine scans, ultrasounds, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Topics include: why you may need to have a test, whether you can have a different test that does not use radiation, how much radiation is safe during pregnancy, who will do your test, asking questions, what to do if you refuse to have the test, and what to do if you find out you are pregnant afte…
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- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (5 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Diagnostic Imaging - adverse effects
- Pregnancy--radiation effects
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Pregnant women--Radiography
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- Diagnostic imaging tests take pictures of the inside of your body. These tests include X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, nuclear medicine scans, ultrasounds, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Topics include: why you may need to have a test, whether you can have a different test that does not use radiation, how much radiation is safe during pregnancy, who will do your test, asking questions, what to do if you refuse to have the test, and what to do if you find out you are pregnant after a test.
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging QI Committee, Eastern Zone
- Pamphlet Number
- 2317
Coronary computed tomography angiography (CTA) : Halifax Infirmary
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35062
Nova Scotia Health Authority. Halifax Infirmary. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1171
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Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) is a test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to your heart. The test is done using a computed tomography (CT) scan machine. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for the test, and what will happen during and after the test. A map of the QEII Health Sciences Centre is included.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Halifax Infirmary. Diagnostic Imaging
- Alternate Title
- Coronary CTA : HI
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Tomography
- Angiography--Digital techniques
- Heart--Imaging
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) is a test that looks at the arteries that supply blood to your heart. The test is done using a computed tomography (CT) scan machine. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for the test, and what will happen during and after the test. A map of the QEII Health Sciences Centre is included.
- Notes
- Previous title: Coronary computed tomography angiography
- Previous title: Coronary computed tomography angiography: Halifax Infirmary
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging, Halifax Infirmary
- Pamphlet Number
- 1171
Nova Scotia Health Authority. CT Service Advisory Provincial Committee.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 0067
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Computed Tomography (CT) scans are images made by a computer and X-ray machine. CT scans give more detailed pictures of bones and soft tissue organs than regular X-rays. These images will help your doctor recommend the best treatment for you. Topics include: how you get ready for the scan, what happens during the scan, questions about breastfeeding after the scan, side effects, how long it will take, when to expect results, and where to send your feedback. A list of hospital contact info is pro…
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- Alternate Title
- Computerized tomography scan
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
- Tomography, Emission-Computed
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Radiography, Medical
- Tomography
- Abstract
- Computed Tomography (CT) scans are images made by a computer and X-ray machine. CT scans give more detailed pictures of bones and soft tissue organs than regular X-rays. These images will help your doctor recommend the best treatment for you. Topics include: how you get ready for the scan, what happens during the scan, questions about breastfeeding after the scan, side effects, how long it will take, when to expect results, and where to send your feedback. A list of hospital contact info is provided. The French translation of this pamphlet 1104, "Tomodensitogramme" is also available.
- Notes
- Previous title: CT Scanner
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: CT Service Advisory Provincial Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 0067
Getting ready for a computed tomography (CT) virtual colonscopy : QEII Health Sciences Centre, Dartmouth General Hospital, Cobequid Community Health Centre
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams35252
Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII Health Sciences Centre. Diagnostic Imaging, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Dartmouth General Hospital. Diagnostic Imaging, Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cobequid Community Health Centre. Diagnostic Imaging.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2022.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1370
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A virtual colonoscopy (VC) is a test used to check the inside lining of the colon for growths called polyps. It is also called a computerized tomography (CT) colonography or CTC. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for a CT VC, including instructions to make sure your bowel is properly cleaned for the test, and what will happen during the test.
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- Corporate Author
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. QEII Health Sciences Centre. Diagnostic Imaging
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Dartmouth General Hospital. Diagnostic Imaging
- Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cobequid Community Health Centre. Diagnostic Imaging
- Alternate Title
- CT colonography
- CTC
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2022
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- English
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document (4 p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Colonography, Computed Tomographic
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Colon (Anatomy)--Tomography
- Specialty
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Abstract
- A virtual colonoscopy (VC) is a test used to check the inside lining of the colon for growths called polyps. It is also called a computerized tomography (CT) colonography or CTC. This pamphlet explains how to get ready for a CT VC, including instructions to make sure your bowel is properly cleaned for the test, and what will happen during the test.
- Notes
- previous title: Getting ready for a CT virtual colonscopy : QEII, DGH, CCHC
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: Diagnostic Imaging, QEII, DGH, CCHC
- Pamphlet Number
- 1370
Tomodensitogramme
https://libcat.nshealth.ca/en/permalink/chpams34827
Nova Scotia Health Authority. CT Service Advisory Provincial Committee.
Halifax, NS:
Nova Scotia Health Authority
, 2020.
- Pamphlet Number
- 1104
- Available Online
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Les tomodensitogrammes sont des images prises par un ordinateur et un appareil à rayons X. Ils permettent d’obtenir des images plus détaillées des os et des organes de tissus mous que les radiographies ordinaires. Ces images aideront votre médecin à vous recommander le meilleur traitement. Les sujets abordés dans la présente publication sont les suivants : la préparation au tomodensitogramme, la procédure, l’allaitement après le tomodensitogramme, les effets secondaires, la durée de la procédur…
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- Alternate Title
- CT scan
- Computed tomography scan
- Place of Publication
- Halifax, NS
- Publisher
- Nova Scotia Health Authority
- Date of Publication
- 2020
- Format
- Pamphlet
- Language
- French
- Physical Description
- 1 electronic document ([6] p.) : digital, PDF file
- Subjects (MeSH)
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
- Tomography, Emission-Computed
- Subjects (LCSH)
- Radiography, Medical
- Tomography
- Abstract
- Les tomodensitogrammes sont des images prises par un ordinateur et un appareil à rayons X. Ils permettent d’obtenir des images plus détaillées des os et des organes de tissus mous que les radiographies ordinaires. Ces images aideront votre médecin à vous recommander le meilleur traitement. Les sujets abordés dans la présente publication sont les suivants : la préparation au tomodensitogramme, la procédure, l’allaitement après le tomodensitogramme, les effets secondaires, la durée de la procédure, le temps nécessaire à l’obtention des résultats, l’envoi de commentaires et suggestions. Une liste des noms des hôpitaux et de leur numéro de téléphone est fournie.
- This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 0067, “CT Scan”. Computed Tomography (CT) scans are images made by a computer and X-ray machine. CT scans give more detailed pictures of bones and soft tissue organs than regular X-rays. These images will help your doctor recommend the best treatment for you. Topics include: how you get ready for the scan, what happens during the scan, questions about breastfeeding after the scan, side effects, how long it will take, when to expect results, and where to send your feedback. A list of hospital contact info is provided.
- Notes
- Previous title: Tomodensitomètre
- Responsibility
- Prepared by: CT Service Advisory Provincial Committee
- Pamphlet Number
- 1104
