Fluoroscopy: Tricky terms explained

By Elana van der Watt | 26/03/2025 | Comments Off on Fluoroscopy: Tricky terms explained
Male radiographer in blue scrubs performing a fluoroscopy examination on a little girl on an X-ray machine

Have you ever been referred for a medical imaging procedure but felt unsure about the terms on your referral note or what to expect? If “fluoroscopy” is one of those terms, we are here to help and to explain it as one of the tricky terms of radiology. What does ‘fluoroscopy’ mean? Fluoroscopy is a…

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Coronary CT – detecting disease before it becomes life-threatening

By Elana van der Watt | 11/03/2025 | Comments Off on Coronary CT – detecting disease before it becomes life-threatening
Two radiographers in blue scrubs perform a coronary CT scan on a patient.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, with coronary artery disease (CAD) being the most common form. Early detection is crucial for preventing severe complications such as heart attacks. Coronary CT angiography (CTCA) has emerged as a game-changing, non-invasive imaging technique that helps diagnose coronary artery disease before it becomes life-threatening. Advancements in…

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