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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

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