Book your appointment for a CT Scanogram at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, an NABL- and NABH- accredited centre. This is an advanced imaging test that provides accurate measurements and alignment of the lower limb, hip, knee, and ankle. It aids in the evaluation of leg and arm lengths, bones, and deformities. Our highly trained radiology staff provides accurate measurements and timely reporting, using advanced CT technology.
About CT Scanogram
A specialized CT taken during the scan is known as a CT scanogram, which is performed for accurate assessment of the length and alignment of the lower extremities. It gives detailed bone measurements and is useful in determining leg length discrepancies or mechanical axis deformities. The examination evaluates:
Limb Length: Measures the length of the lower limbs
Bone Alignment: Assesses alignment of the femur, tibia, and lower-limb axis
Hip Joints: Evaluates the proximal femoral and hip regions
Knee Joints: Assesses knee alignment and bony structures
Ankle Joints: Evaluates the distal lower-limb alignment
Limb-Length Discrepancy: Identifies differences between the right and left lower limbs
What is a CT Scanogram?
A CT Scanogram uses computed tomography (CT) to make precise measurements of the bones and alignment of the lower limbs. It is beneficial specifically for knee or orthopedic procedures and is used to measure the length of the limb precisely for evaluation and planning. This examination is suggested for patients with limb-length discrepancy, deformity, prior fractures, growth irregularities, or before orthopedic surgery.
Common Reasons for CT Scanogram
Evaluation of limb-length discrepancy
Assessment of lower-limb deformities
Evaluation of bone alignment
Pre-operative orthopedic planning
Assessment following fractures or trauma
Evaluation of growth-related limb abnormalities
Planning for joint replacement surgery
Follow-up of orthopedic treatment
Conditions Evaluated
Limb-Length Discrepancy
Provides accurate measurement of differences in the length of the right and left lower limbs.
Lower-Limb Deformities
Helps assess angular and structural deformities affecting the femur, tibia, and lower-limb alignment.
Bone Alignment Abnormalities
Evaluates the mechanical axis and alignment of the lower extremities.
Post-Traumatic Changes
Helps assess changes in limb length and alignment following fractures or previous injuries.
Orthopedic Surgical Planning
Provides precise measurements that may assist surgeons in planning corrective procedures and joint replacement surgery.
Who Should Consider This Scan?
Your doctor may recommend this examination if you:
Have one leg that appears shorter than the other
Have a suspected limb-length discrepancy
Have lower-limb deformity or abnormal alignment
Have a history of fractures affecting limb length or alignment
Require pre-operative orthopedic assessment
Are being evaluated for joint replacement surgery
Need follow-up after orthopedic treatment
Benefits of CT Scanogram
Provides accurate measurements of lower-limb length
Helps identify limb-length discrepancies
Provides detailed assessment of bone alignment
Supports orthopedic diagnosis and treatment planning
Useful for pre-operative planning
Helps evaluate post-traumatic and developmental abnormalities
Provides precise imaging using advanced CT technology
Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?
Experienced Radiologists
Advanced CT Scan Technology
NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre
Accurate and reliable reporting
Affordable and transparent pricing
Comprehensive Pathology and Radiology services under one roof
Book Your CT Scanogram
Schedule an appointment at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy for a CT Scanogram. Accurate and timely evaluation of limb length discrepancy, deformities, alignment abnormalities, and other orthopaedic issues is provided by our highly experienced radiology staff using CT imaging.
Test information: Fasting NOT required.
Reporting: Within 24 hours*
No special preparation is usually required for a CT Scanogram.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy positioning of the legs during the examination.
Remove jewellery, watches, belts, or other metallic objects before the scan, particularly around the scanning area.
Inform your doctor or radiology team if you are pregnant, may be pregnant, or planning pregnancy.
Inform the team about any recent fracture, surgery, orthopedic treatment, or significant injury affecting the lower limbs.
Bring previous X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, or other relevant orthopedic reports, if available.
If contrast material is planned for any additional imaging, follow the specific preparation instructions provided by the radiology team.
Do not stop any prescribed medicine unless advised by your doctor.
Follow all additional instructions provided by the radiology team.
सीटी स्कैनोग्राम के लिए आमतौर पर किसी विशेष तैयारी की आवश्यकता नहीं होती।
ऐसे आरामदायक कपड़े पहनें जिनमें जांच के दौरान पैरों को उचित स्थिति में रखना आसान हो।
जांच से पहले आभूषण, घड़ी, बेल्ट और अन्य धातु की वस्तुएं हटा दें, विशेष रूप से जांच वाले क्षेत्र के आसपास।
यदि आप गर्भवती हैं, गर्भधारण की संभावना है या गर्भधारण की योजना बना रही हैं, तो जांच से पहले डॉक्टर या रेडियोलॉजी टीम को बताएं।
यदि हाल में फ्रैक्चर, शल्य चिकित्सा, हड्डियों से संबंधित उपचार या पैरों में कोई गंभीर चोट हुई है, तो इसकी जानकारी टीम को दें।
उपलब्ध होने पर पिछली एक्स-रे, सीटी स्कैन, एमआरआई या अन्य हड्डी एवं जोड़ संबंधी रिपोर्टें साथ लेकर आएं।
यदि किसी अतिरिक्त जांच के लिए कंट्रास्ट पदार्थ का उपयोग किया जाना है, तो रेडियोलॉजी टीम द्वारा दिए गए विशेष तैयारी संबंधी निर्देशों का पालन करें।
डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना कोई भी निर्धारित दवा बंद न करें।
डॉक्टर या रेडियोलॉजी टीम द्वारा दिए गए सभी अतिरिक्त निर्देशों का पालन करें।
The patient is registered, and relevant clinical history, limb-length concerns, previous injuries, surgeries, and orthopedic treatment details are reviewed.
The patient is positioned carefully on the CT table according to the examination protocol.
The lower limbs are positioned appropriately to obtain accurate measurements and alignment information.
CT images are acquired using advanced computed tomography technology.
Detailed images are obtained to assess the femur, tibia, hip, knee, and ankle regions.
Computer-based image reconstruction and measurement techniques are used to evaluate limb length and bone alignment.
The right and left lower limbs can be compared to identify limb-length discrepancies and alignment abnormalities.
The examination may help assess deformities, post-traumatic changes, growth-related abnormalities, and alignment issues.
The measurements and imaging findings may support orthopedic surgical planning, including selected joint replacement or corrective procedures.
Relevant clinical history and previous imaging are considered during interpretation.
Appropriate radiation safety and image-quality protocols are followed.
The images and measurements are reviewed by experienced Radiologists.
The examination is generally quick, non-invasive, and well tolerated.
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