CT Scan (cont.)Medical Author:
Lawrence M Davis, MD
Coauthor:
Lisa Davis, MA
Medical Editor:
Steven C Gabaeff, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James S Cohen, MD
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After the ProcedureIf you received a contrast injection, the IV is removed from your arm before you go home. There should be no effects from the scan or the contrast injection. In the rare circumstance that you received sedation, you will be sent home once you are awake and alert. Someone will have to drive you home. Viewer Comments & ReviewsCT Scan - Why PerformedThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Why was your CT scan performed? Ct Scan - Helped With Your DiagnosisThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:Please describe how a CT Scan has helped in your diagnosis. |
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