A brain computed tomography (CT) scan is performed to observe the internal anatomical and vascular structures inside the human brain. It consists of several subcategories of imaging and is effective in the diagnosis of brain-related disorders, especially trauma, injuries, and tumors. Using expertise from a remote radiologist, brain CTs can be analyzed and interpreted in a timely manner.
Explained below are the types of brain CT studies reported:
A non-contrast brain CT scan is a first-line, standard scanning method without any contrast agent. It is rapid and simple, making it an effective emergency diagnostic method. It is used in the detection of hemorrhages, sudden headaches, skull fractures, early ischemic stroke signs, and many other complications. It is also preferred due to its low radiation requirement in unstable patients.
A contrast-enhanced brain CT is performed after the standard brain CT. This is used as a confirmatory test and is performed by using an iodizing contrast agent. It allows more effective visualization of the vascular system. A contrast-enhanced brain CT is used to detect tumors, infections, and inflammatory lesions and also for presurgical planning.
CT brain venography is a type of contrast-enhanced brain CT that is used specifically for the visualization of venous sinuses. It is used to detect cerebral venous sinus thrombosis (CVST), venous outflow obstruction, and hypercoagulable states. This technique is also dependant on the timing of the test.
Listed below are common conditions diagnosed using a brain CT:
Intracerebral hemorrhage
Subarachnoid hemorrhage
Epidural hematoma
Subdural hematoma
Intraventricular hemorrhage
Cerebral venous sinus thrombosis
Ischemic stroke
Arteriovenous malformations
Cerebral aneurysms
Vasculitis
Cerebral contusions
Concussion / diffuse axonal injury
Traumatic intracranial hemorrhages
Skull fractures
Metastatic brain tumors
Primary central nervous system lymphoma
Glioma
Meningioma
Pituitary adenoma
Craniopharyngioma
Meningitis
Brain abscess
Cerebritis
Empyema
Encephalitis
Tuberculoma
The brain CT workflow followe at Statim Healthcare is as follows:
The brain CT is performed at the hospital/healthcare institution by a technician.
The obtained images are sent to Statim, where the case is assigned to a suitable radiologist.
The radiologist analyzes the obtained data while considering the patient history and clinical information.
Once a diagnosis is determined, the radiologist prepares a finalized report to communicate the findings.
This report is electronically signed and sent to the healthcare institution using a secure data delivery system.
Often, a brain CT report is required by an emergency patient. The common complaints are trauma to the head, internal bleeding, skull fractures, etc. These cases require rapid and timely interventions. However, such cases arrive at the medical institutions during non-working hours when an on-site radiologist is unavailable.
Statim Healthcare provides brain CT reporting services, which are crucial in such conditions. Using fast-tracked interpretation and timely communication, Statim aids medical organizations in delivering timely emergency care.
Trauma centres and emergency departments
Public and private hospitals
Specialized care facilities
Neurology clinics
Diagnostic and imaging centers
Neurosurgical centers
Statim Healthcare is a leading service provider for brain CT reporting services. It provides timely diagnosis report and interpretation of brain CT scans, among other imaging modalities, while ensuring quality and consistency.
At Statim Healthcare, we provide head CT scan reporting by Radiologist remotely, safely & accurately to the hospitals, diagnostic clinics, and other healthcare institutions in the USA (New York, California, Florida, Texas, Washington, Ohio, Oregon, Phoenix, Arizona, Denver, Colorado, Atlanta, Georgia, Honolulu, Hawaii, Indianapolis & entire USA), India (Mumbai, Delhi, Navi Mumbai, Pune, Thane & entire India), Australia [New South Wales (Sydney), Victoria (Melbourne), Queensland (Brisbane), South Australia (Adelaide), Western Australia (Perth), and Tasmania (Hobart)] & abroad..
