Visit the advanced Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging Centre to get CECT PNS Axial at Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, which is a NABL & NABH-certified medical diagnostic centre. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography imaging of the paranasal sinuses is achieved with CECT PNS Axial, which is useful for doctors to assess inflammation, infections, soft tissue abnormalities, masses, and other conditions of the nasal/sinus cavity.

About CECT PNS Axial

CECT PNS Axial is a computed tomography (CT) examination of the sinuses of the nose (paranasal sinuses) which is carried out in the axial plane with the use of a contrast medium. Intravenous Contrast Materials increase the visibility of these tissues, blood vessels, inflammatory changes, and abnormal masses/lesions. 

What is CECT PNS Axial?

Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) is computed tomography taken using a contrast liquid, called CT contrast media, or simply “computed tomography” with the use of the contrast liquid, and the PNS, or the Paranasal Sinuses, are the sinuses around the nose. The test requires X-rays to be passed through the body and then the use of computer scans to produce detailed cross-sectional images after a special dye is injected. The axial plane images show a cross-sectional picture of the frontal, ethmoid, maxillary, and sphenoid sinuses, in addition to other structures, horizontally. In order to distinguish between various types of problems and to measure the size of the problem, special dye may be needed. These findings correlate with the clinical findings and other investigations.

Common Reasons for CECT PNS Axial

• Sinus Infection (suspected): An examination of infections of the paranasal sinuses that are complicated or recurring.
• Persistent Sinus Symptoms: Further Imaging of Symptoms if there is clinical indication.
• Out-of-the-Normal Conditions of Soft Tissues: Abnormal tissues in or outside the nasal cavity or in the sinuses.
• Complicated Sinusitis: An investigation of suspected spread of infection from the sinus into neighbouring tissues.
• Evaluation of Sinus Disease with Orbital or Adjacent Tissue Involvement: When adjacent tissue (around the eyes) may be involved in the sinus disease
• Inflammatory Conditions: evaluation of some of the sinus and peri-sinus inflammatory conditions.
• Abnormal Previous Imaging: Detailed information of any abnormalities found on previous scans like the CT scan.
• Treatment Planning: An in-depth review of the abnormalities that have been chosen for treatment before surgery or other procedures.

Conditions Evaluated

Sinusitis and Inflammatory Changes

The CECT PNS Axial can demonstrate swelling of the mucous membrane, opacities of the sinuses, and the related changes. Contrast-enhanced CT may be useful when complications of sinusitis are suspected.

Complicated Sinus Infections

The use of contrast-enhanced computed tomography for imaging soft tissue extension of disease from the sinuses would be useful clinically, if appropriate. It can help assess the extent of infection and possible involvement of adjacent structures.

Soft-Tissue Masses and Lesions

Examination may help to characterize a lesion or a mass of interest when looking for them – their size and pattern of enhancement. Surgery or further imaging might be necessary depending on the imaging and clinical findings.

Orbital and Adjacent Structural Involvement

The scan might be used in order to assess any potential sinus disease that has spread into the eye and tissues surrounding the eye. It can provide valuable clues regarding the relationships and anatomy of the sinus.

Bony and Structural Abnormalities

The CT is useful to visualize the bony walls of the paranasal sinuses and surrounding structures in detail. It may help identify changes to the bone such as bone remodeling, erosion, or structural changes due to certain conditions.

Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinus Abnormalities

The examination can assess abnormalities of the nasal cavity and frontal, ethmoid, maxillary, and sphenoid sinuses. The Results will contribute to information on the distribution and extent of disease, which would aid a doctor's diagnosis.

Preoperative Assessment

Sometimes, additional information regarding the structure is necessary before treatment or surgery, and CECT PNS Axial may be ordered in such cases. The axial images are analysed along with the other available image(s) and clinical history.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

With state-of-the-art infrastructure, Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is an NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre, comprising a one-stop shop that supports services for Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Pathology. Our commitment to imaging is to provide appropriate exam procedures, the latest imaging technology, patient-sensitive imaging care, and reporting. During the patients' examination, they are informed about the required preparations for diagnosis in a seamless, unproblematic manner.

Book Your CECT PNS Axial

If your doctor has recommended CECT PNS Axial for further evaluation of any abnormality in your sinus, suspected infection and/or mass, or any other condition, please contact Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy. Bring your prescription, old CT or MRI scan reports, and medical records if available. Before the dye is given, inform the medical care team if you have received any contrast dye injection, have concerns about any kidney-related issues, or have other medical conditions that may be pertinent.