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Differences Between CT Scan and MRI

CT scans use X-rays and computers to produce images of the body's internal structures, while MRIs use magnetic fields and radio waves for detailed images without radiation. CT scans are faster and less expensive but involve some radiation risk, while MRIs provide more detailed soft tissue images but are more costly and can be unsafe for those with metal implants due to strong magnets. The technologies are used for different diagnostic purposes, with CT scans commonly used for bone fractures and MRIs for issues involving joints, the brain, and heart.

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Differences Between CT Scan and MRI

CT scans use X-rays and computers to produce images of the body's internal structures, while MRIs use magnetic fields and radio waves for detailed images without radiation. CT scans are faster and less expensive but involve some radiation risk, while MRIs provide more detailed soft tissue images but are more costly and can be unsafe for those with metal implants due to strong magnets. The technologies are used for different diagnostic purposes, with CT scans commonly used for bone fractures and MRIs for issues involving joints, the brain, and heart.

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Differences Between CT

Scan and MRI


PRESENTED BY: ROSHANI LAMA
DIFFERENCE:
CT Scan MRI
• A CT scan is a combination of series of x-ray • An MRI is a scan that uses magnetic fields and
images taken at different angels, CT uses a radio waves to produce a detailed image of the
computer to create images from these x-rays. body’s soft tissues and bones.
• CT Scans are quick, painless, and non- invasive. • MRI provides more detailed information about the
inner organs (soft tissues) such as brain, skeletal
system, reproductive system and other organ
systems.
• CT Scans are less expensive than MRI. • MRI scans are more costlier.
• CT scan can be performed with no risk to medical • MRI scanners may cause a safety issue due to its
implants or metal. strong magnets.
• CT scan utilize x-rays to produce images of the • MRI uses powerful magnetic fields and radio
inside body. frequency pulses to produce detailed pictures of
organs and other internal body structures.
CT Scan MRI
• MRIs are frequently used to diagnose issues with: • A CT Scan is typically used for:
Joints, brain, wrists, ankles, heart. bone fractures, tumors, cancer monitoring, finding
internal bleeding.
• CT scan risks includes: • MRI risks includes:
 Harm to unborn babies  Possible reactions to metals due to magnets
 A very small dose of radiation  Loud noises from the machine causing hearing issues
 A potential reaction to use of dyes  Increase in body temperature during long MRIs

• CT scan is faster and can provide pictures of tissues, • MRI is highly adept at capturing images that help
organs, and skeletal structure. doctors determine if there are abnormal tissues within
the body.
• Advantages of CT scan: • Advantages of MRI:
 Useful in determining the spread of cancer to bone  Useful in determining volume
tissues.  Excellent contrast for soft tissue
 Electron density readily obtained.

• Disadvantages of CT scan: • Disadvantages of MRI:


 Not portable  Limited access
 Radiation involved  Difficult to implement real time imaging

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