Computed tomographyCT
Also called CT scan
RadiologyNeurologyEmergency MedicineImportant
X-ray-based imaging that produces cross-sectional anatomical images, serving as the first-line modality for acute trauma, stroke, and thoracic and abdominal assessment.
Korean
컴퓨터 단층촬영(CT 촬영)
X선을 이용하여 인체 내부 구조의 단면 영상을 생성하는 검사; 뇌·흉부·복부·골 평가에 널리 사용되며 급성 외상과 뇌졸중에서 일차 검사.
French
Tomodensitométrie(Scanner)
Imagerie radiologique produisant des images en coupe ; modalité de première intention pour les traumatismes aigus, l'AVC et l'évaluation thoracique et abdominale.
Word parts
tom/oRoot(Greek) To cut, a section-graphySuffix(Greek) Process of recording or imaging