Illuminating the Path to Diagnosis and Treatment
Radiological services play a crucial role in modern healthcare by providing essential imaging and
diagnostic information to guide medical decision-making. These services encompass a range of imaging
modalities, each offering unique insights into the structure and function of the human body. This
summary explores the significance, diverse modalities, and technological advancements within
radiological services, highlighting their pivotal role in the diagnostic and therapeutic
landscape.
Significance of Radiological Services:
- Diagnostic Imaging: Radiological services provide non-invasive and
detailed images of internal structures, aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of various medical
conditions.
- Treatment Planning: Radiological imaging assists clinicians in planning and
executing precise treatments, including surgery, radiation therapy, and interventional procedures.
- Early Detection: Many diseases can be detected at earlier, more
treatable stages through radiological screenings, contributing to improved outcomes and reduced
morbidity.
Diverse Modalities in Radiological Services:
- X-ray Imaging: Utilizing ionizing radiation, X-rays capture images of
bones and tissues, offering a quick and effective means of diagnosing fractures, infections, and
certain tumors.
- Computed Tomography (CT): CT scans provide detailed cross-sectional images
of the body, facilitating the diagnosis of conditions affecting organs, blood vessels, and soft
tissues.
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Employing powerful magnets and radio waves,
MRI produces detailed images of soft tissues, joints, and the central nervous system, aiding in the
diagnosis of neurological and musculoskeletal conditions.
- Ultrasound: Using sound waves, ultrasound imaging is non-invasive and is
commonly used for imaging the abdomen, pelvis, and developing fetuses during pregnancy.
- Nuclear Medicine: Involving the use of radioactive tracers, nuclear medicine
provides functional information about organs and tissues, assisting in the diagnosis and monitoring
of conditions such as cancer and heart disease.
- Mammography: Specialized X-ray imaging of the breast is crucial for early detection of breast cancer,
contributing to effective treatment and improved outcomes.
Quality Assurance and Safety:
- X-ray Imaging:• Radiation Safety Measures: Strict protocols and dose optimization techniques
are implemented to ensure that radiological procedures are conducted with the lowest possible
radiation exposure to patients.
- Computed Tomography (CT):• Image Quality Control: Quality assurance programs are in place to
monitor and maintain the quality of images, ensuring diagnostic accuracy and reliability.
Our Team of Experts
- Dr. Amitav Ghosh
- Dr. Santosh Kumar Tripathi
Expert Radiologists and Technologists:
Our team of expert radiologists and technologists at Nazareth Hospital brings a wealth of experience
and specialized knowledge to the field of diagnostic imaging. With a commitment to precision and
patient safety, our professionals work collaboratively to ensure the highest standards of imaging
excellence.
Facilities:
The radiology department provides round-the-clock service to patients requiring radiological investigations.
The X-ray department is built as per the guidelines prescribed by AERB (Atomic Energy Regulatory Board)
with
- 9.9-inch thickness walls,
- 1.7 mm equivalence of Lead lining on doors,
- Lead view glasses.
Department of Radio-Diagnosis is well equipped with the following instruments.
X-Ray
- Conventional X-ray unit
- 500MA Siemens x-ray Unit
- Mobile X-ray Unit
- Siemens Multimobil 2.5 X-ray Unit – MICU & ICCU
- Siemens Nanomobil 2.5 X-ray Unit – NICU
- Computerised Radiography (CR) system Fuji dry fix
CT Scan
Whole body Spiral CT scan 16 slices.
Ultrasonography with Colour Doppler
- Wipro GE Logix 2 Ultrasound unit
- Coded Harmonic Imaging for high resolution even at deep penetration.
- Real-time Speckle Reduction Imaging (SRI-HD) to reduce noise while enhancing true tissue detail.
- CrossXBeam to enhance the ability to visualize tissue interfaces and differentiate borders.