Radiology Open round the clock, this department is managed by a team of experienced Radiologists and Radiographers headed by a senior consultant. They are supported by state of the art imaging modalities for quick and accurate diagnosis. Imaging modalities cover the most crucial medical procedures including: · Conventional X-ray units with CR system · Multi Probe Ultrasound Scanners · Mammography · Multi -Slice Spiral Computerized Tomography (CT SCAN) · Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) · Bone Densitometer (DEXA) · OPG (Panoramic X-ray), Cephalometry and Dental X-rays.

Conventional X- Ray Units with CR System
Using the latest Philips CR System and Kodak CR System, conventional X-rays are now digitized and printed on dry films without chemical processing. One of the biggest advantages of the CR System is the ease with which archiving and networking of X-ray images is made possible - thanks to its digital imaging capabilities.



X -Ray Units
· Siemens Sireskop CX Unit with Image Intensifier and television monitor.
· C.G.R. 750 mA X-ray unit.
· Mobile X-ray unit for Ward and Operation Theatre radiography.
· Mobile I.I. Fluoroscopy for Operation Theatre.
· Portable 50 mA unit for house visits and on-site X-ray examinations.
. TREX 500ma unit.

Apart from routine X-rays, special procedures include:
· Barium swallow, meal and enemas (Double Contrast)
· Enteroclysis or small bowel enema
· Excretory urogram / I.V.P.
· Cysto-urethrogram
· Hystero-salpingogram (HSG)
· Parotid Sialography
· Myelogram



Multi Probe Ultrasound Scanners
An Ultrasound scan is the initial imaging method of choice in the investigation of a variety of pathologies. The hospital has two high-end ATL/HDI 5000 Colour Doppler Ultrasound units. They are advanced, high resolution ultrasound systems with multiple probes and colour flow mapping (Doppler) capabilities.

The ultrasound studies undertaken in the department include:
· Routine abdomino- pelvic sonography
· Obstetric and Gynaecological scans
· Small parts scanning for thyroid, testis, breasts, etc
· Neurosonography
· Colour Doppler studies
· Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
· Carotid artery studies
· Peripheral arterial studies
· Penile artery studies for impotency
· Varicocele, etc.
· Trans -vaginal sonography for pelvic scanning and ovulation studies
· Trans-rectal sonography for prostate etc


Mammography
This is an excellent imaging modality by which the soft tissue details of the breasts are evaluated with minimal radiation. It is an ideal technique for screening for breast cancer, which may be picked up at a very early stage, even before the patient has developed complaints or symptoms. It is performed as a routine screening procedure for patients in the age group of 40 years and above, when the incidence of breast cancer is more. Lumps of the breasts, nipple discharges, post mastectomy patients and cancer phobia are some of the indications of Mammography.

The hospital uses a sophisticated GE Senographe mammography unit.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Magnetic Resonance Imaging helps obtain clear sectional images of the human body and in the process helps make diagnosis of abnormalities easy. Most importantly, it clearly differentiates between healthy and diseased tissue and does not expose the body to the harmful effects of X-rays. The latest Philips Gyroscan Intera is an MRI system that brings an entirely new level of magnetic resonance functionality and efficiency, helping both easier diagnosis and patient comfort.

Advantages over other modalities
· Unlike CT Scans or Isotope Scans, MRI does not use any ionizing radiation for image generation.
· The image resolution is far superior to that of other imaging modalities like ultrasound and
  CT Scan.
. MRI can give sectional images in all orthogonal planes, without changing the patient's position.
  However, the indications for each method of scanning are different. One type of scan cannot   replace the other as they are mutually complimentary.



Bone Densitometry
Osteoporosis is a degenerative disease that results in severe bone loss thereby greatly increasing the chances of a fracture.

The 'Bone Densitometer' is a sophisticated equipment that enables doctors to detect and treat bone loss at an early stage itself. It measures the bone mineral density safely, accurately and painlessly. At the NMC Hospital, one can avail of the Dexa Bone Densitometer, which is the 'Gold Standard' in detecting osteoporosis. NMC has a fan-beam Densitometer, which enables each scan in a matter of seconds.