CT VENOGRAPHY

What is CT Venography?

CT venography is a diagnostic procedure that helps in identifying the blood flow in your veins. This procedure is mainly performed for legs and pelvis; this test is mainly recommended by the doctor to diagnose deep vein thrombosis. Venography also works as a surgical procedure and helps in treating venous disease. This test is mainly recommended by the doctor to check whether you have any blocked or narrowed veins.

How does the CT Venography test work?

CT Venography tests produce a detailed image of the inside of your veins by using an X-ray and computer technology. You already know a normal X-ray doesn't show veins; therefore, in CT Venography, contrast material is injected, and this contrasting dye will flow into the vein and show if there are any blood clots or other related problems. 

X-ray captures an image of a single moment; however,  this is not enough to understand the blood flow. That is why your healthcare provider uses a technique called fluoroscopy. This method takes several pulses of an X-ray beam so that continuous and real-time images can be generated, it is like a that many pictures come together to make an animation. These moving pictures help your doctor to understand your health condition accurately.

Why does the doctor recommend CT Venography?

CT Venography is recommended by the doctor for these common reasons listed below:

• If the ultrasound cannot rule out for deep-vein thrombosis, then this test is done as a confirmatory test to determine whether the person is suffering from DVT or not.
• If you have swelling in the lower limbs, then this test can help identify the reason behind that
• If there is a chance of blockage in pelvis area
• It is also done to check for real-time imaging in case the patient is treated with therapies such as a thrombolytic therapy or thrombectomy
• To better understand the blood flow into the veins.

How do I prepare for CT Venography?

• Wear comfortable and loose-fitted clothes
• Remove all kinds of metallic objects before entering the machine, such as jewelry, hairpins, watches, etc. Metallic objects interfere with the quality of the images generate that is why before entering the exam room,  remove all such items.
• Your healthcare provider will ask you not eat or drink anything 4-5 hours before the exam. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medication and if you have any kind of allergy or health condition
• Women should also inform their healthcare provider if they are pregnant of if there is any chance that they may get pregnant. Inform your doctor, also if you are breastfeeding, as contrast material requires at least 24 hours to get out of the body.

How does the CT Venography procedure work?

• Before the procedure, your healthcare provider will insert a catheter into a vein in the arm, and from this blood sample will be taken for testing to check for kidney health.
• Before the start of your test, your technologist will already tell you which area they are going to access for veins; it is generally the lower limbs, groin, or neck.
• They will now insert a local anesthetic to numb the access area. You might feel a little pinching when the medication is inserted into your body.
• Technologists now position you onto the CT scanner table; you have to lie down on this table flat on your back. Straps will be used for your proper positioning on the table, and you need to stay still; excessive movements distort the image quality generated by the equipment.
• Contrast will also be injected into your body through your vein.
• Your technician will ask you to hold still. If you have any anxiety or claustrophobia, inform your technician, as they might give you some medication to relieve the symptoms
• After the scan is done, your technician will remove the catheter and put the bandage on the puncture site of the skin
• This procedure takes around 30-90 minutes

What is the CT Venography test price in Delhi?

The CT venography test price in Delhi may range from INR 8000 to 20000; the prices may vary based on the location and the services provided by the diagnostic test centres. City X-ray Clinic provides the best rate in Delhi for the CT Venography test with reliable results. You can visit the website to know more details about how to book your CT Venography test in Delhi.

Conclusion

A CT Venography is done to identify if there are any blocked veins; it is also done as a confirmatory test for deep vein thrombosis. Before choosing the diagnostic centre for CT Venography, make sure that the diagnostic center is equipped with the latest technology and best healthcare providers so that you can get accurate results. You can book your CT Venography from the most trusted X-Ray clinic in the city, called City X-ray clinic.

Frequently Asked Questions?

What is the full form of CT?

Full form for CT is computed tomography

How long does it take for CT Venography?

The duration for the CT Venography test is 30- 90 minutes

What is the CT Venography test price in Delhi NCR?

CT Venography test price may vary based on the location and the facilities provided by the diagnostic center. The price may vary from INR 8000 to INR 20000 in Delhi

Where can I find the CT Venography test near me?

You can visit our website to book your test for CT Venography at your nearest location.