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  • Dec

Venous & Vascular Ultrasound

Ultrasound imaging of the body’s veins and arteries can help the radiologist see and evaluate blockages of blood flow, which may be attributed to possible blood clots in veins and plaque in arteries. Ultrasound of the venous and vascular systems are performed at the following San Diego Imaging outpatient centers: San Diego Imaging – Chula […]
  • 10
  • Nov

Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty

Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty are used to treat compression fractures in the spine. A compression fracture occurs when pressure on a vertebra causes it to break or crack. Compression fractures are often extremely painful, and can cause abnormal spine curvature that leads to other serious health problems. Vertebroplasty stabilizes compression fractures in the spine. Bone cement […]
  • 10
  • Nov

Coronary CT Angiography

Coronary computed tomography angiography (CCTA) is a heart-imaging test that helps to determine whether fatty deposits or calcium deposits have built up in the patient’s coronary arteries, the arteries that supply blood flow to the heart. The equipment and professional expertise available at San Diego Imaging provides patients with the latest scanning technology of the heart and coronary […]
  • 16
  • Feb
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Breast Biopsy

The radiologists of San Diego Imaging utilize ultrasound guidance to perform needle breast biopsies to accurately obtain a tissue sample to be sent to pathology for evaluation and diagnosis. San Diego Imaging provides ultrasound guided breast biopsy services at the following two outpatient imaging offices: San Diego Imaging – Chula Vista 619.397.6577 San Diego Imaging […]
  • 16
  • Feb
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Digital Mammography

Digital mammography is an imaging procedure that uses a low-dose type of x-ray to examine the tissues of the breast. Computer Aided Detection (CAD) is utilized in conjunction with our radiologist’s interpretation of the patient’s mammographic images. CAD, acting like as second set of eyes, is a computer-generated analysis and in combination with the mammogram […]
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  • Feb
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Early detection is key. Bone Densitometry (DEXA) is an advanced technology that safely, accurately and painlessly measures bone density and mineral content of the spine, hip, and wrist in order to determine the risk of developing osteoporosis. Approximately 50% of women over age 50 are at risk of sustaining an osteoporotic fracture. Considered the most […]
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  • Feb
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DEXA – Bone Density Study

Bone Densitometry (DEXA – Dual Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry) is an imaging technology that safely, accurately and painlessly measures bone density and mineral content of the spine, hip, and wrist in order to determine the risk of developing osteoporosis. Considered the most reliable measurement of bone density, DEXA scans are used for both assessment of potential […]
  • 16
  • Feb
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OB Ultrasound

An obstetrical ultrasound, or sonogram, is an imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of a baby in the uterus. Fetal ultrasound images can help your health care provider evaluate the baby’s growth and development and determine how the pregnancy is progressing. Obstetrical Ultrasound exams are performed at the following San Diego […]
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  • Feb
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Breast Ultrasound

As a complement to mammography, breast ultrasound may be used to further evaluate a possible lump, mass or questionable area to determine if it there is a solid or a fluid-filled cyst. During the exam, a technologist will move a hand-held transducer across the skin and capture certain images as they appear on a monitor […]
  • 16
  • Feb
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Joint Imaging

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) produces exceptionally clear, detailed images, making it the preferred exam for joints, such as the knee, hip, shoulder, wrist and ankle. If the patient’s ordering physician orders Magnetic Resonance Arthrography, this involves two steps.  The San Diego Imaging physician or physician assistant will first inject a small amount of a contrast […]
  • 16
  • Feb
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CT Angiography

Computed tomography angiography (CTA) is an imaging test used to visualize blood flow in major blood vessels throughout the body in areas such as the brain, chest, abdomen, pelvis, arms and legs.  The minimally invasive procedure involves injecting contrast material into a small peripheral vein with a tiny needle. A CTA is used to visualize […]
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  • Feb
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Coronary Calcium Scoring CT

A Coronary Calcium Scoring CT exam is used to detect the presence or absence of calcium in the walls of the coronary (heart) arteries. These specks of calcium are called calcifications. Calcifications in the coronary arteries may be an early sign of coronary artery disease.   Over time, these calcified plaques may harden or rupture. Hardened plaque […]
  • 16
  • Feb
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Lung Cancer Screening CT

What is lung cancer screening? Screening examinations are tests performed to find disease before symptoms begin. The goal of screening is to detect disease at its earliest and most treatable stage. In lung cancer screening, individuals who have a high risk of developing lung cancer but no signs or symptoms of the disease undergo low-dose […]
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  • Feb
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CT Virtual Colonoscopy

Virtual Colonoscopy images are obtained with low dose radiation CT scanning.   After the images are obtained, a powerful computer reconstructs a series of 3D images of the colon that one of our qualified and experienced radiologists can view from multiple angles. Once the images are reconstructed, our radiologist will interpret the results and report the […]
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  • Feb
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Back & Joint Pain

Back, neck, arm and leg pain may be due to a variety of conditions, including muscle strain, spasm, disc degeneration, spinal arthritis, and narrowing of the spinal canal or its nerve outlets. Spinal pain may be debilitating or merely annoying. Patients may suffer for a prolonged period when conservative therapies (rest, physical therapy and oral […]
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  • Feb
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Biopsy

Needle biopsy is a medical procedure performed by a diagnostic or interventional radiologist to identify the cause of a lump or mass, or other possible abnormality identified in the body. During the procedure, the doctor inserts a small needle, guided by X-ray, ultrasound or other imaging techniques, into the abnormal area.  A sample of tissue […]
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  • Feb
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Vascular Access

A vascular access procedure is designed for patients who need intravenous (IV) access for a considerable time, longer than seven to 10 days. A simple IV is effective in the short term but is far from ideal when, for instance, a patient needs a course of chemotherapy, several weeks of IV antibiotic treatment or long-term IV […]
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  • Feb
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Drainage

Paracentesis and Thoracentesis are procedures to remove fluid that has accumulated in the abdominal cavity (peritoneal fluid), a condition called ascites, or between the lungs and chest wall (pleural space). The fluid is removed using image-guidance and a needle inserted through the abdominal or chest wall. The physicians and physicians assistants with San Diego Imaging […]

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