CT (Computed Tomography) scans, formerly known as CAT scans, let us see inside the human body with unprecedented detail and clarity using cross-sectional images or "slices". With such an accurate picture of the body's anatomical structure, patients can potentially avoid exploratory surgery. CT scans provide greater detail than regular x-rays and give a more accurate visualization of internal organs, bone, soft tissue and blood vessels.

Our CT Scanners in East Setauket and Massapequa (Siemens 128 Slice Definition) and our CT Scanners in Plainview, Merrick, and Lindenhurst (Siemens Somatom Sensation 64), provide 2D and 3D reformatting for the most extensive evaluation. This ground breaking technology leads to the most accurate and confident diagnoses with significantly shorter exam times.

Our revolutionary CT systems allow for numerous applications including diagnosing cancer, evaluating injuries to skeletal structures along with the surrounding tissue, and detecting and diagnosing vascular disease. With the pristine image quality from our 64 and 128 slice CT scanners, we can provide the most accurate diagnosis as early as possible, so your doctor can choose the best treatment for you.

Cranial

• Diagnosis of cerebrovascular accidents and intracranial hemorrhage
• Evaluation of the functioning of ventriculoperitoneal shunt
• Evaluation of facial and skull fractures and deformities
• Evaluation of cysts and tumors
• Diagnosis and cause of sinusitis
• Dental CT Scan - Precise planning for dental implant reconstruction

CT Angiography

We also perform CTAs (Computer Tomography Angiography) for a more accurate diagnosis of arterial blockages, aortic dissections, and pulmonary embolisms by using unprecedented resolution and speed. Prior to this, cardiac catheterization was the primary solution to study coronary arteries. This more invasive procedure can now be avoided by the revolutionary 64 and 128 slice CT scanners.

The Siemens Definition performs Cardiac CTAs at a full 128 slices, faster than three revolutions per second, producing approximately 400 ultra-thin slices per second. Therefore, Cardiac CTA can be performed on patients with arrhythmia and with very fast heart rates without the need for cardiac-slowing beta-blocker medications. With this new revolution in CT technology, we can provide vital information, like detecting soft plaque in the coronary arteries, in a scan that can be performed in a single breath hold.

Chest (thorax)

• Detailed look at problems in organs such as lungs, esophogus and the heart
• Detection of airspace disease (pneumonia) or cancer
• Detection of pulmonary embolism (PE) and aortic dissection
• Detection and diagnosis of aortic aneurysm

Abdominal and Pelvis

• Sensitive for the detection and diagnosis of abdominal diseases such as appendicitis, pancreatitis, diverticulitis, abdominal aortic aneurysm and bowel obstruction
• Detects the most subtle cysts, abscesses, infections and tumors
• Differentiation between calcified and uric acid kidney stones for proper treatment

Extremities

• Evaluation of joints, long bones, soft tissues and vessels
• Surgical planning- detailed information about serious fractures
• Check for infection, arterial circulation and any kind of mass of the bone or soft tissues

If you have any questions about the CT procedure or our CT systems, please visit our FAQs page or call any one of our eight offices, and we will be happy to help you.