CECT Extremities Joints is an advanced contrast-enhanced CT examination that provides detailed imaging of a selected joint or extremity, including bones, soft tissues, muscles, and surrounding structures, to evaluate masses, infections, inflammation, trauma-related abnormalities, and other conditions, supporting accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Disclaimer: Result availability is subject to the laboratory's schedule and test availability.
Yes. Contrast-enhanced CT can help identify and characterize deeper soft-tissue masses, including their size, location, enhancement, and relationship with adjacent structures. For many soft-tissue masses, MRI or ultrasound may be preferred depending on the clinical situation.
Yes. Contrast-enhanced CT can help evaluate soft-tissue infection, abscesses, inflammatory changes, and fluid collections, including their extent and relationship with nearby structures.
Preparation depends on the centre's protocol and whether intravenous contrast is being used. You may be asked to fast for a specified period before the examination.
Yes. Inform the team about previous reactions to iodinated contrast, kidney disease, allergies, pregnancy, diabetes, thyroid conditions, medications, and other relevant medical conditions before the examination.
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