Computed tomography of intestine in Kharkiv

Computed tomography (CT) of abdominal organs, including CT of stomach and CT of intestine, is widely used in the diagnostics of gastrointestinal diseases. CT o intestine is X-ray examination of intestinal tract when a series of layer-by-layer images of the structure of different parts of the intestine are obtained: the small, large and rectum.

Indications for computed tomography of intestine

CT of intestine in Kharkiv is performed at the medical center “ON Clinic Kharkiv”. Indications for CT of intestine may include the following symptoms and conditions:

• suspicions of intestinal neoplasms (in the presence of compaction determined by abdomen palpation or indirect signs of tumor process in the body, for example, anemia);
• absence of bowel movement;
• pain syndrome in abdomen of unknown etiology (cause);
• abdominal trauma;
• intestinal bleeding;
• constipation, diarrhea and their alternation;
• inflammatory processes in the intestines;
• dubious results of other examination methods (ultrasound examination of abdominal organs, radiography and fluoroscopy of intestine).

What diseases can be seen on CT of intestine

CT allows detecting abnormalities in the intestinal structure, developmental anomalies, changes in the walls of different parts of intestinal tract, intestinal fullness, peculiarities of its blood supply. CT of intestine can diagnose the following diseases:

• benign (polyps) and malignant (cancer) intestinal neoplasms, as well as intestinal metastases from tumors of other organs;
• anomalies in the development of intestinal loops;
• intestinal obstruction;
• intestinal diverticula (protrusion) and their torsion;
• intestinal intussusception (recurvations);
• kinks of intestinal loops, which impede the passage of the food lump;
• hernia;
• inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis);
• bleeding from the intestines;
• trauma and loss of integrity of the intestinal walls.

The detection of space-occupying masses during CT of intestine is an indication for endoscopic examinations and clarification of the tumor nature (benign or malignant). Depending on the mass location, it may be recommended to make appointment for colonoscopy or to undergo rectoscopy. Conversely, if tumors are detected during endoscopic procedures, additional CT of intestine should be done to assess the size, structure, and exact location of the mass.

Contrast CT of intestines in Kharkiv 

To enhance the quality and increase the information content of computer images of the intestine, contrast CT of the intestine is performed. There are several ways to administer the contrast agent:

• intravenously (contrast agent is administered into a vein with a syringe and allows visualization of blood supply to intestine);
• into the intestinal cavity (through the mouth or through the rectum);
• double contrasting (simultaneous use of intravenous and cavity contrasting).

You can undergo contrast CT of intestines as directed by prescription of your attending physician. Before contrast CT, it is necessary to determine the functional state of the kidneys by passing tests for creatinine, uric acid, urea, and also to consult a doctor about contraindications to the use of contrast agent and the peculiarities of the combination of drugs taken with a contrast agent.

You can make appointment with gastroenterologist or for intestinal tomography in Kharkiv, as well as find out the cost of CT of intestines in Kharkiv in one of the most convenient ways for you. To make appointment or examination, fill out the appointment form on our website or call the contact center by phone. Making appointment is around the clock.