Title: |
CAT Scan |
Description: |
A head x-ray taken by a computer-assisted tomographic (CAT) scanner. This diagnostic technique uses computers to organize thousands of x-rays, taken by a rotating machine around the patient. When first applied in the 1970's it revolutionized detection of brain tumors.
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Topics/Categories: |
Test or Procedure -- Imaging Procedures |
Type: |
B&W, Photo (JPEG format) |
Source: |
National Cancer Institute |
Creator: |
Linda Bartlett (Photographer) |
AV Number: |
AV-8000-0284 |
Date Created: |
1980 |
Date Added: |
January 1, 2001 |
Reuse Restrictions: |
None - This image is in the public domain and can be freely reused. Please credit the source and, where possible, the creator listed above.
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