At Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, the NCCT Both Hip Joints is carried out by an NABL & NABH-accredited diagnostic centre that provides cutting-edge Radiology and diagnostic imaging services. The NCCT Both Hip Joints is a highly sensitive computed tomography (NCCT) scan of both hip joints and surrounding bones. It helps doctors diagnose hip pain, hip fractures, traumatic injuries, hip bone abnormalities, hip joint wear and tear, and other diseases of the shape of the hip bone. The scan allows a detailed visualization of the hip bones and hip alignment, aiding in hip disease diagnosis and treatment planning when clinically applicable.

About NCCT Both Hip Joints

It is a diagnostic imaging exam that is used to help provide detailed information regarding the femur (thigh bone) and acetabulum (hip socket) in both hip joints. It is also known as computed tomography. It can help identify abnormalities that can't be easily seen on regular X-rays. The examination can evaluate the femoral heads, femoral necks, the acetabula (hips), and the surrounding pelvic bones that are scanned. It might be taken after trauma, if a fracture is suspected, or to obtain detailed information about bone structure and joint alignment. It's best for evaluating bone anatomy, fractures, and other structural abnormalities without the use of intravenous contrast.

What is NCCT of the Hip Joint?

The complete name of NCCT is non-contrast computed tomography. Requires x-raying the body and reconstructing images of these X-rays without any injection of a dye called an intravenous contrast substance to create a detailed, cross-sectional representation of the body. NCCT of both hip joints is taken, allowing the radiologist to see the bones, hip spaces, hip position, and selected surrounding bones. The images can aid the diagnosis of fractures, bone fragments, degenerative changes, and abnormalities in the hip joints. The scan is based on the symptoms, clinical history, and the doctor's imaging need.

Common Reasons for NCCT of the Hip Joint

• Persistent Hip Pain: Investigation of unexplained or ongoing pain affecting one or both hip joints.
• Suspected Hip Fracture: Assessment of possible fractures involving the femoral head, femoral neck, or acetabulum.
• Traumatic Injuries: Injury to a bone following an incident from a fall, road traffic accident or other injury.
• Joint Degradation: Evaluation of the bony changes which occur with arthritis or other degenerative joint diseases such as osteoarthritis.
• Complex fracture – detailed exam of fracture pattern and fragments for treatment planning.
• Bone Abnormalities: Inspection of certain irregularities of the hip bones (coxal bones and thighs).
• Postoperative: Selected bone-related findings assessed after a hip surgery as appropriate to a clinical scenario.
• Preoperative Planning: Detailed visualization of anatomy of bones to help with surgery planning as needed.

Conditions Evaluated

Hip Fractures

The NCCT helps identify fractures of the femoral head, femoral neck, and acetabulum, as well as any other bone detected. It will also tell you the location and displacement of the fracture in detail.

Acetabular Abnormalities

The hip joint is made up of a socket called the acetabulum. Irregularities, fractures of the acetabulum, and other structural abnormalities in the hip socket can be evaluated using CT imaging.

Osteoarthritis and Degenerative Changes

Bony changes typical of DJD, including osteophytes, subchondral sclerosis, and changes in the structure of the joint, can be seen in the scan.

Bone and Joint Alignment

NCCT can generate the fine cross sections that will aid in a better understanding of the alignment and structure of the hip joints. This data may be useful if you're evaluating traumatic injuries or if you're evaluating an injury with multiple bones.

Traumatic Bone Injuries

Following trauma, the examination may be helpful in determining any fracture, displaced fragments of bone, or other bone injuries.

Bone Lesions and Structural Abnormalities

Using CT, the selected bone lesion and irregularity of the cortex and other structural abnormalities may be detected. Additional imaging/assessment may be necessary based on the above results.

Postoperative Bone Assessment

The presence of orthopedic hardware should be considered along with bony abnormalities to be assessed, such as bone alignment, which NCCT can also assess.

Congenital or Developmental Abnormalities

If there is a specific question to be answered regarding the hip joints, they may be those developmental variations and/or structural abnormalities, the scan can then be useful in establishing them.

Why Choose Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy?

Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy is a NABL & NABH Accredited Diagnostic Centre with all the latest facilities in one single place that includes Diagnostic and Nuclear Medicine and Pathology facilities. We operate the latest CT technology, standard imaging procedures, and high-quality, experienced radiology professionals who provide patient-centred service. Imaging and radiation-safety rules are adhered to in order to provide accurate diagnostic assessments and good radiation-safety reporting.

Conclusion

In the NCCT Both Hip Joint, the bones and the structures of both hip joints are viewed more closely. Helpful in identifying fractures, injuries, and degenerative disease of the bones, joint alignment, and other conditions of abnormal bone structure. At Molecular Diagnostics and Therapy, this examination is performed when detailed CT imaging of both hip joints is recommended by the treating physician