{"id":12118,"date":"2022-07-27T13:46:16","date_gmt":"2022-07-27T13:46:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/?p=12118"},"modified":"2022-07-27T16:56:24","modified_gmt":"2022-07-27T16:56:24","slug":"ct-scan-vs-mri-do-you-know-the-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2022\/07\/27\/ct-scan-vs-mri-do-you-know-the-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"CT Scan vs. MRI \u2013 Do You Know the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12120 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT-1024x616.png\" alt=\"CT Scan vs. MRI \u2013 Do You Know the Difference?\" width=\"700\" height=\"421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT-1024x616.png 1024w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT-300x180.png 300w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT-768x462.png 768w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT-1536x924.png 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT-1200x722.png 1200w, https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/files\/2022\/07\/MRI-vs-CT.png 1962w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.cooperhealth.org\/ehealth\/2022\/07\/27\/ct-scan-vs-mri-do-you-know-the-difference\/#espanol\">Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you are unsure about the difference between CT scans and MRIs and why one imaging study might be used over the other, you are not alone. CT scans and MRIs are advanced technologies used to diagnose and monitor numerous medical issues, but many people aren\u2019t sure how they work and what information they provide physicians to help determine treatment.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/ron-gefen-md\">Ron Gefen, MD<\/a>, Vice Chair and Chief of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/radiology\">Radiology<\/a> at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>, answers some common questions about CT scans and MRIs.<\/p>\n<h3>What Is a CT Scan? What Is an MRI?<\/h3>\n<p>A computed tomography (CT) scan, or \u201cCAT\u201d scan (an older term), is an imaging procedure that uses X-rays to generate images of parts of the body. A CT scan provides more detailed information than a typical X-ray because the machine can spin around the body, showing both soft tissue and bones. A doctor will order a CT scan to diagnose injuries from trauma, detect infections, or evaluate abdominal symptoms. CT scans are also commonly used to detect internal bleeding and monitor cancer growth.<\/p>\n<p>Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging study that uses a strong magnetic field and radio waves to produce images of parts of the body to diagnose a variety of conditions. Because MRIs provide detailed images, they can detect orthopaedic issues related to joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. MRIs also excel at detecting strokes, imaging the brain and spine, and evaluating other internal organs in more detail.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Expect During a CT Scan and MRI<\/h3>\n<p>A CT scan uses computers and large, rotating X-ray machines to create cross-sectional images of the body. During the procedure, the patient lies flat on a table that moves through a scanning ring, and the collected data is assembled to form 3D images. A CT scan usually takes 10 to 15 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>An MRI machine looks similar to CT but uses a large magnet and radio waves to produce detailed images. These large machines resemble a wide tunnel or tube that is open on both ends, in which patients must lie still for an average of 20 to 30 minutes.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Prepare for Imaging<\/h3>\n<p>For both CT scans and MRIs, patients will be given instructions on whether they are permitted to eat or drink or take medications before the scan. Both CT scans and MRIs may require the injection of a contrast dye during the procedure, helping the radiologist to see organs and other tissues more clearly. Before a contrast agent can be given, patients are asked if they\u2019ve experienced an allergic reaction to dyes in the past.<\/p>\n<p>Before a scan, patients will change into a hospital gown and remove any jewelry that could interfere with the test. It is very important that patients having an MRI inform the technician if they have any metal in their body because MRI machines use high-powered magnets to generate images. MRI machines are very loud, so patients will be offered earplugs or headphones to dull the noise.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Do After a Scan?<\/h3>\n<p>CT scans and MRIs are noninvasive, painless procedures that do not require any recovery time. If patients receive anesthesia or a sedative for their examination, they will be monitored for a short time afterward. Any contrast agents (dyes) used during the study will be naturally eliminated by the body through the passing of urine. The examination results will typically be ready within one or two days.<\/p>\n<h3>Risks Associated With a CT scan and MRI<\/h3>\n<p>Both CT and MRI scans are safe and relatively low-risk procedures.<\/p>\n<p>CT scans use small amounts of radiation to generate the images. Doctors use the lowest dose of radiation possible to obtain the needed medical information.<\/p>\n<p>MRIs do not use X-ray radiation. However, MRIs create a strong magnetic environment, and some patients may be unable to undergo this procedure if they have medical implants such as older models of aneurysm clips or other devices that are made of metal. People who are claustrophobic may be unable to receive an MRI because it is performed in an enclosed space.<\/p>\n<p>For pregnant or lactating patients who may need a CT or MRI,\u00a0 techniques such as lowering CT radiation dose or withholding MRI contrast agents can minimize any potential risk to the fetus or infant.<\/p>\n<h3>Choose the Imaging Experts at Cooper<\/h3>\n<p>\u201cBoth MRIs and CT scans provide important information to physicians about a patient\u2019s anatomy and identify abnormalities related to disease or injury, so we can determine the best possible treatment option,\u201d Dr. Gefen says. \u201cAt Cooper, our team of experts provide an extensive array of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/radiology\/imaging-services\">imaging services<\/a> for men, women, and children.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The next time your physician orders a CT scan or an MRI, you\u2019ll have a better understanding of their purpose. But, as always, ask your doctor and health care providers any questions you may have.<\/p>\n<p>Cooper University Health Care offers imaging services in Cherry Hill, Voorhees, and Camden. Call <a href=\"tel:8884998779\">888.499.8779<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/radiology\/schedule\">click here<\/a> to schedule an appointment today.<\/p>\n<p><a name=\"espanol\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Tomograf\u00eda computarizada versus resonancia magn\u00e9tica: \u00bfconoce la diferencia?<\/h2>\n<p>Si no est\u00e1 seguro acerca de la diferencia entre las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas y las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas y por qu\u00e9 un estudio de im\u00e1genes podr\u00eda usarse sobre el otro, no est\u00e1 solo. Las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas y las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas son tecnolog\u00edas avanzadas que se utilizan para diagnosticar y monitorear numerosos problemas m\u00e9dicos, pero muchas personas no est\u00e1n seguras de c\u00f3mo funcionan y qu\u00e9 informaci\u00f3n brindan a los m\u00e9dicos para ayudar a determinar el tratamiento.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/doctors\/ron-gefen-md\">Ron Gefen, MD<\/a>, vicepresidente y jefe de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/radiology\">radiolog\u00eda<\/a> de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/\">Cooper University Health Care<\/a>, responde algunas preguntas comunes sobre las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas y las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00bfQu\u00e9 es una tomograf\u00eda computarizada? \u00bfQu\u00e9 es una resonancia magn\u00e9tica?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Una tomograf\u00eda computarizada (TC), o exploraci\u00f3n \u201cCAT\u201d (un t\u00e9rmino m\u00e1s antiguo), es un procedimiento de diagn\u00f3stico por im\u00e1genes que utiliza rayos X para generar im\u00e1genes de partes del cuerpo. Una tomograf\u00eda computarizada brinda informaci\u00f3n m\u00e1s detallada que una radiograf\u00eda t\u00edpica porque la m\u00e1quina puede girar alrededor del cuerpo y mostrar tanto los tejidos blandos como los huesos. Un m\u00e9dico ordenar\u00e1 una tomograf\u00eda computarizada para diagnosticar lesiones por trauma, detectar infecciones o evaluar s\u00edntomas abdominales. Las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas tambi\u00e9n se usan com\u00fanmente para detectar hemorragias internas y monitorear el crecimiento del c\u00e1ncer.<\/p>\n<p>La resonancia magn\u00e9tica nuclear (RMN) es un estudio de im\u00e1genes que utiliza un fuerte campo magn\u00e9tico y ondas de radio para producir im\u00e1genes de partes del cuerpo para diagnosticar una variedad de condiciones. Debido a que las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas brindan im\u00e1genes detalladas, pueden detectar problemas ortop\u00e9dicos relacionados con las articulaciones, los m\u00fasculos, los tendones y los ligamentos. Las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas tambi\u00e9n se destacan en la detecci\u00f3n de accidentes cerebrovasculares, la obtenci\u00f3n de im\u00e1genes del cerebro y la columna vertebral y la evaluaci\u00f3n de otros \u00f3rganos internos con m\u00e1s detalle.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qu\u00e9 esperar durante una tomograf\u00eda computarizada y una resonancia magn\u00e9tica<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Una tomograf\u00eda computarizada utiliza computadoras y grandes m\u00e1quinas de rayos X giratorias para crear im\u00e1genes transversales del cuerpo. Durante el procedimiento, el paciente se acuesta sobre una mesa que se mueve a trav\u00e9s de un anillo de exploraci\u00f3n y los datos recopilados se ensamblan para formar im\u00e1genes en 3D. Una tomograf\u00eda computarizada generalmente toma de 10 a 15 minutos.<\/p>\n<p>Una m\u00e1quina de resonancia magn\u00e9tica se parece a la tomograf\u00eda computarizada, pero usa un im\u00e1n grande y ondas de radio para producir im\u00e1genes detalladas. Estas grandes m\u00e1quinas se asemejan a un t\u00fanel o tubo ancho que est\u00e1 abierto en ambos extremos, en el que los pacientes deben permanecer quietos durante un promedio de 20 a 30 minutos.<\/p>\n<p><strong>C\u00f3mo prepararse para las im\u00e1genes<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tanto para las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas como para las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas, los pacientes recibir\u00e1n instrucciones sobre si se les permite comer, beber o tomar medicamentos antes de la exploraci\u00f3n. Tanto las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas como las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas pueden requerir la inyecci\u00f3n de un tinte de contraste durante el procedimiento, lo que ayuda al radi\u00f3logo a ver los \u00f3rganos y otros tejidos con mayor claridad. Antes de que se pueda administrar un agente de contraste, se pregunta a los pacientes si han experimentado una reacci\u00f3n al\u00e9rgica a los tintes en el pasado.<\/p>\n<p>Antes de una exploraci\u00f3n, los pacientes se pondr\u00e1n una bata de hospital y se quitar\u00e1n las joyas que puedan interferir con la prueba. Es muy importante que los pacientes que se sometan a una resonancia magn\u00e9tica informen al t\u00e9cnico si tienen alg\u00fan metal en el cuerpo porque las m\u00e1quinas de resonancia magn\u00e9tica utilizan imanes de alta potencia para generar im\u00e1genes. Las m\u00e1quinas de resonancia magn\u00e9tica son muy ruidosas, por lo que a los pacientes se les ofrecer\u00e1n tapones para los o\u00eddos o auriculares para atenuar el ruido.<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00bfQu\u00e9 hacer despu\u00e9s de un escaneo?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas y las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas son procedimientos no invasivos e indoloros que no requieren tiempo de recuperaci\u00f3n. Si los pacientes reciben anestesia o un sedante para su examen, ser\u00e1n monitoreados por un corto tiempo despu\u00e9s. Cualquier agente de contraste (tintes) utilizado durante el estudio ser\u00e1 eliminado naturalmente por el cuerpo a trav\u00e9s del paso de la orina. Los resultados del examen generalmente estar\u00e1n listos dentro de uno o dos d\u00edas.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Riesgos asociados con una tomograf\u00eda computarizada y una resonancia magn\u00e9tica<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Tanto la tomograf\u00eda computarizada como la resonancia magn\u00e9tica son procedimientos seguros y de riesgo relativamente bajo.<\/p>\n<p>Las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas usan peque\u00f1as cantidades de radiaci\u00f3n para generar las im\u00e1genes. Los m\u00e9dicos utilizan la dosis de radiaci\u00f3n m\u00e1s baja posible para obtener la informaci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica necesaria.<\/p>\n<p>Las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas no utilizan radiaci\u00f3n de rayos X. Sin embargo, las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas crean un fuerte entorno magn\u00e9tico y es posible que algunos pacientes no puedan someterse a este procedimiento si tienen implantes m\u00e9dicos, como modelos m\u00e1s antiguos de clips para aneurismas u otros dispositivos que est\u00e1n hechos de metal. Es posible que las personas que son claustrof\u00f3bicas no puedan recibir una resonancia magn\u00e9tica porque se realiza en un espacio cerrado.<\/p>\n<p>Para las pacientes embarazadas o lactantes que pueden necesitar una TC o una RM, t\u00e9cnicas como la reducci\u00f3n de la dosis de radiaci\u00f3n de la TC o la suspensi\u00f3n de los agentes de contraste de la RM pueden minimizar cualquier riesgo potencial para el feto o el beb\u00e9.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Elija a los expertos en im\u00e1genes de Cooper<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u201cTanto las resonancias magn\u00e9ticas como las tomograf\u00edas computarizadas brindan informaci\u00f3n importante a los m\u00e9dicos sobre la anatom\u00eda de un paciente e identifican anomal\u00edas relacionadas con enfermedades o lesiones, para que podamos determinar la mejor opci\u00f3n de tratamiento posible\u201d, dice el Dr. Gefen. \u201cEn Cooper, nuestro equipo de expertos brinda una amplia gama de <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/radiology\/imaging-services\">servicios de im\u00e1genes<\/a> para hombres, mujeres y ni\u00f1os\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>La pr\u00f3xima vez que su m\u00e9dico ordene una tomograf\u00eda computarizada o una resonancia magn\u00e9tica, comprender\u00e1 mejor su prop\u00f3sito. Pero, como siempre, pregunte a su m\u00e9dico y proveedores de atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica cualquier pregunta que pueda tener.<\/p>\n<p>Cooper University Health Care ofrece servicios de im\u00e1genes en Cherry Hill, Voorhees y Camden. Llame al <a href=\"tel:8884998779\">888.499.8779<\/a> o <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cooperhealth.org\/services\/radiology\/schedule\">haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a> para programar una cita hoy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed If you are unsure about the difference between CT scans and MRIs and why one imaging study might be used over the other, you are not alone. 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