CT Head (Brain) Plain

A brain CT scan, also known as cranial CT scan or head CT scan is a CT scan sub-type that provides detailed and high-quality 3D images of your head. This image diagnostic test is capable of capturing high-res images of the brain, skull, eye sockets, ventricles, and paranal sinuses. The brain CT scan is generally ordered in case of suspected brain infections, tumours or to assess damage from a head injury or trauma. It is a painless and non-invasive procedure that enables doctors to get a better understanding of what might be causing symptoms of brain disorders or issues. The brain CT scan is especially beneficial to understand the reasons behind the following symptoms.

• Seizures
• Vision & hearing loss
• Fainting
• Persistent headaches

The brain CT scan is also conducted to aid in several medical procedures, including surgeries and biopsies. In cases where the brain CT scan needs to check hard to scan regions of the head, a contrast dye can be administered for clearer images. The contrast material has nearly no side effects and gets flushed out via urine within 24 hours.