Radiology & Ultrasonography

Radiology & Ultrasonography are key branches of medical imaging used to diagnose and sometimes treat diseases inside the body: 1. Radiology: A medical specialty that uses imaging techniques like: X-rays: For bones, chest, and joints. CT scans (Computed Tomography): For detailed cross-sectional images of organs. MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging): For soft tissues, brain, spinal cord, and joints. Fluoroscopy: Real-time X-ray, often used during procedures. Interventional Radiology: Minimally invasive, image-guided procedures like biopsies, drainages, and angioplasties. Radiology is the branch of medicine that uses medical imaging to diagnose and sometimes treat diseases inside the body. 🧠 What Does Radiology Involve? Radiology uses various imaging techniques to: See inside the body without surgery Detect diseases (like tumors, fractures, infections) Guide treatments (e.g., during biopsies or surgeries) 2. Ultrasonography (Ultrasound): Uses high-frequency sound waves to create images. It's: Safe and non-invasive (no radiation). Common in obstetrics (fetal monitoring), abdominal scans, cardiac (echocardiography), and musculoskeletal imaging. Also used for guiding procedures like biopsies or drain placements.