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50 years
Experience
Marc Shapiro
- Winter Park, Florida
- University of Kentucky College of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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How does a renal ultrasound work?
It uses ultrasonic waves which have no ionizing radiation to image the organs (including your kidneys) in your abdomen.
Can a CT scan show liver damage?
Yes. Definitely!
What does an MRI angiography show?
It uses MRI to provide excellent depiction of the arteries to exclude an aneurysm, arteriovenous malformation, complete blockage or significant narrowing of arteries
Why is my 8 year old son complaining of knee pain?
Definitely MRI
Can a radiologist detect the presence of cancer?
Yes. Trust the mammogram findings unless she has a growing mass.
Is it safe to do an MRI scan on my brain?
Completely safe unless you have a pacemaker or some other implantable electronic/metal device such as a Vagal Nerve Stimulator, which can be turned off prior to an MRI scan.
What is the difference between an MRI and CT?
MRI is far superior for imaging the spine.
Can MRIs detect a lung tumor?
CT is better for evaluating the lungs
Is it safe for a 10 year old child to have an MRI performed?
MRI uses non ionizing energy. It is completely safe for any age unless one has a cardiac pacemaker or a defibrillator
What tests are needed for kidney stones?
CT scans are best for detecting kidney stones.
What tests can find the cause of my headaches?
MRI scan is the best test for chronic headaches. Still, in people who suffer from migraine headaches the most common finding is a normal MRI scan which is reassuring to many patients READ MORE
MRI scan is the best test for chronic headaches. Still, in people who suffer from migraine headaches the most common finding is a normal MRI scan which is reassuring to many patients
Is there a way to know if a tumour is cancerous or not by way of a scan?
Sometimes. However, biopsy is still recommended to determine the optimal treatment. Particularly, with new advanced genetic therapies.
Can a tumor be detected in an X-ray?
Yes. Particularly in the lung and bones
Is an MRI scan painful?
Not at all.
What do I need to know before getting a CT scan?
Don't eat for 2 hours prior to CT scan.
For diagnosing the cause of a stomach pain what are the tests normally recommended?
Endoscopy by gastroenterologist and possibly a CT scan.
Is radiotherapy required for breast cancer?
Depending on the type of cancer it is commonly used to prevent recurrent cancer. This is better directed to a radiation oncologist.
My father’s CT scan shows two seperate reports. How is that possible?
It is extremely unlikely!
Can cancer show up in a CT scan?
Sometimes a CT scan alone can make a definitive diagnosis of malignancy. Most often, a biopsy is required to determine the correct treatment.
