MSCT of the Shoulder Joint
Shoulder MSCT is a precise, modern diagnostic exam providing high‑detail imaging of bony and soft‑tissue structures. Detects trauma, inflammation, degenerative changes, tumors and metastases, and helps determine the cause of pain or limited motion. The examination is performed on CT Philips Brilliance 64.
Benefits at Brigid Center
High detail
Thin slices (~0.5–1 mm) and accurate 3D reconstructions.
Low‑dose protocols
Minimal radiation with preserved image quality.
Comprehensive
Assesses bones, capsule, labrum, ligaments, tendons (rotator cuff).
Contrast when indicated
Refines inflammatory/neoplastic processes and vascularization.
Fast
~5 minutes non‑contrast; 20–30 minutes with contrast.
When is it indicated?
- Bursitis and other inflammatory processes.
- Fractures of humerus, scapula, clavicle.
- Capsule, ligament and tendon injuries.
- Avascular necrosis of the humeral head.
- Arthritis, osteoarthritis, degenerative disease.
- Tumors and metastases.
- Connective‑tissue systemic disease.
- Shoulder pain of unclear origin.
- Treatment follow‑up.
- Complex cases where other methods are inconclusive.
What does MSCT show?
- Fractures, dislocations and post‑traumatic changes.
- Inflammatory soft‑tissue changes; bursitis.
- Rotator‑cuff tendon and ligament tears (supraspinatus, infraspinatus, subscapularis, teres minor).
- Degenerative articular changes; osteophytes.
- Cysts, tumors, metastases.
- Signs of avascular necrosis of the humeral head.
- Labral and capsular injury; instability (Bankart/Hill‑Sachs — indirect).
Preparation
- Remove metal jewelry and clothing items.
- For planned contrast, creatinine test and physician guidance.
Procedure
- Arm and torso are stabilized with supports to minimize motion.
- Table moves into the CT tunnel; non‑exam areas covered with a lead apron.
- Initial non‑contrast series acquired.
- Contrast administered via catheter when indicated.
- Duration: ~5 minutes non‑contrast; 20–30 minutes with contrast.
Equipment
- Philips Brilliance CT with high spatial resolution.
- Low‑dose protocols and precise 3D/multiplanar reconstructions.
- Structured radiology report.
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