Radiology

Our advanced radiology center in Zulekha Hospital Sharjah utilizes a combination of highly developed technologies and skilled department members to ensure that patients receive a detailed and accurate diagnosis and that they remain as comfortable as possible during radiology procedures.

• MRI 1.5 tesla (includes MRI breast and MR spectroscopy).
• 128 multislice CT scan (includes angio and cardiac CT).
• Digital radiography and fluoroscope.
• Digital mammography.
• Bone densitometry.
• Ultrasound

RADIOLOGY

The Department of Radiology and Imaging in Zulekha Hospital offers a wide range of imaging services and advanced procedures to diagnose a variety of conditions. Our radiology specialists have expertise in virtually every imaging area, including Abdominal imaging, Cardiothoracic imaging, Neuroradiology, Head and neck imaging, Musculoskeletal Radiology, Breast imaging and Ultrasonography.

Patients are referred for these procedures by our hospitals doctors as well as outside doctors.

The Department of Radiology and Imaging is equipped with state-of -art facilities including:

DIGITAL RADIOGRAPHY (X-RAY UNIT)

Routine x-rays of the body are performed for outpatients as well as in-patients with our Digital Radiography units.

FLUOROSCOPY SUITE

This uses dynamic imaging to look at internal organs in the body using contrast media such as Barium, which demonstrates Gastrointenstinal System and iodinated contrast, which demonstrates Urinary System. Following Special Radiological procedures are performed under fluoroscopy-Intravenous Urography (IVU),Micturating Cysto Urethrogram(MCUG), Barium studies for Esophagus, Stomach, Small and Large Intestines, Hysterosalpingography (HSG), Fistulography and Sinography.

THREE ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY ULTRASOUND UNITS WITH COLOR DOPPLER FACILITIES

Ultrasound is a form of diagnostic imaging that does not use ionizing radiation. Instead sound waves are used, which reflect from the body tissues giving an image on the screen.

There are three main areas where Ultrasound is performed:

• General Ultrasound: For abdomen, pelvis and soft tissues of the body.
• Obstetric Ultrasound: Performed to look out age of the fetus and to ensure healthy development of fetus. 3D and 4D sonography of fetus has broadened the horizon in obstetrical imaging.
• Color Doppler Ultrasound: For abnormalities of arteries and veins of the body. Biopsy of Masses and Drainage of Abscess or Fluid can be performed under ultrasonography guidance.

MULTISLICE COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CT)

CT scanner used for examination of any part of the body. The CT is a specialized type of diagnostic imaging using x-rays, which is able to create cross-sectional imaging simulating ‘slices’ through the body. Whole body CT studies can be performed including CT angiography. Three dimensional imaging is also possible, for example, in orthopedic and facial reconstruction as well as in angiography. Biopsies can be performed under CT guidance to avoid the need for the patient to have an ‘open’ biopsy in an operating theatre.

MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING (MRI) - 1.5 TESLA

MRI uses magnets and radiowaves to create image of the body. It is extensively used for neurological and musculoskeletal imaging. MRI studies of Brain, Neck, Chest, Abdomen, and Pelvis also performed. There are facilities for advanced studies like Diffusion Weighted Imaging, MR angiography, MR Venography, MR Cholangiopancreatography, MR Urography and MR spectroscopy. Because of magnetic field generated, it is not suitable imaging technique for patients who have pacemaker, metallic coils or other piece of ‘metal’ in their bodies. As MRI does not use ionizing radiation and can create detailed images of soft tissue, it can be used for the detection of many diseases.

MAMMOGRAPHY UNIT

Mammography is a specific type of imaging that uses a low dose x-ray system to examine breasts. Mammography is used to aid in the early detection and diagnosis of breast diseases.

BONE DENSITY SCAN

Bone density scanning also called Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) or Bone Densitometry. It is an enhanced form of x-ray technology that is used to measure bone loss. DEXA is today’s established standard for measuring Bone Mineral Density (BMD). DEXA is often performed on lower spine, hips and wrists. In children and some adults, the whole body is sometime scanned. DEXA is most often used to diagnose osteoporosis, a condition causing bones to become thinner, more fragile and more likely to break.

PICTURE ARCHIVAL AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (PACS)

PACS has been installed in Radiology and Imaging Department, which facilitates rapid image processing and reporting.

NEURO-RADIOLOGY DIVISION

Neuro-radiology division focuses on imaging to diagnose disorders of the adult and pediatric brain, spine, and central and peripheral nervous system. High end award winning 1.5T MR Siemens MRI system, capable of performing one of the most comprehensive applications ranges available today. The unique combination of leading magnet and gradient technology together with revolutionary image acquisition techniques provides unsurpassed clinical benefits. Advanced neuro-imaging techniques are available to do special procedures like MR spectroscopy, susceptibility weighted imaging, MR perfusion and Diffusion studies for evaluation of stroke, tumors, degenerative diseases, epilepsy. The Zulekha group has consultant neuro-radiologist who expertise in the full array of neurologic disease, including brain tumors, neuro-infection, stroke and other vascular disorders, spine disease, neuro-degenerative diseases, and brain malformations.

MR spectroscopy is a unique technique which gives biochemical information about the diseased brain portion after routine imaging, thereby doing Virtual brain biopsy avoiding stereotactic biopsy in certain situations. Zulekha hospital can perform this specialized study even if routine imaging has been done in any other centre for further characterization of the lesions.

Spiral CT to do routine neuro-imaging and CT angiogram of brain and neck vessels.

Doppler Ultra Sound with trans -cranial Doppler facility and neuro-sonogram for neonates and infants.