The Radiology & Medical Imaging Department at Al Khalidi Hospital & Medical Center is fully digitalized, operating around the clock under the supervision of consultant radiologists and highly experienced medical imaging technologists. The department is seamlessly integrated with all hospital units through our centralized Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), ensuring rapid diagnostic reporting and immediate digital access across hospital networks.
Advanced Diagnostic Imaging Services
Our diagnostic imaging center is equipped with cutting-edge medical technologies, including:
- Advanced 3T Magnetic Resonance Imaging (3T MRI): Ultra-high-resolution imaging for neurological, musculoskeletal, abdominal, and cardiovascular diagnostics.
- Digital Radiography (X-Ray): Instant, high-clarity diagnostic X-rays delivered with minimized radiation exposure protocols.
- Multi-Slice Computed Tomography (Philips iCT Brilliance 256-Slice): High-speed, high-definition scans providing full-body CT angiography and coronary artery evaluation.
- 4D Ultrasound & Color Doppler Studies: Precision vascular flow assessments, abdominal/pelvic imaging, and advanced fetal monitoring.
- Digital Mammography: Dedicated screening and diagnostic breast imaging for early detection of breast lesions.
- 3D Breast Tomosynthesis: Multi-angle slice reconstruction for accurate assessment of dense breast tissue.
Interventional Radiology (Minimally Invasive Therapy)
Our interventional radiology division provides advanced vascular and non-vascular image-guided procedures:
- Diagnostic digital subtraction angiography (DSA) for peripheral, cerebral, and visceral vessels.
- Image-guided core needle and fine-needle biopsies under CT and ultrasound guidance.
- Angioplasty, balloon dilatation, and vascular stenting (including thoracic and abdominal aortic stent-grafts).
- Transcatheter embolization for acute hemorrhage, arteriovenous malformations (AVM), and chemoembolization using drug-eluting beads (D.C. Beads).
- Aneurysm management and vascular malformation obliteration.
- Gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary interventions, including biliary drainage and stent placements.
- Image-guided urological interventions and percutaneous nephrostomy.
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) and microwave ablation for targeted tumor destruction.
- Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) as a minimally invasive alternative to hysterectomy.
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Radiology & Imaging Department FAQs
What are the advantages of the 256-Slice CT scanner?
The Philips iCT Brilliance 256-Slice scanner performs ultra-rapid, motion-free whole-body scans and coronary CT angiographies with exceptional spatial resolution while minimizing radiation exposure.
What technologies are used for early breast cancer screening?
We offer digital mammography combined with 3D Breast Tomosynthesis, allowing thin-slice evaluation of breast tissue to detect microcalcifications and early-stage lesions accurately.
What conditions are treated by interventional radiology?
Interventional radiology provides non-surgical alternatives for uterine fibroids (UFE), tumor ablations, vascular blockages, aneurysms, and acute bleeding through catheter-based image guidance.
Is the Radiology Department open 24/7?
Yes, our digital radiology center provides 24/7 continuous diagnostic and emergency imaging services, supporting emergency trauma, stroke, and inpatient clinical units.
How are imaging results and scans delivered?
Our department is linked to an enterprise PACS network, giving referring physicians instant access to high-definition scans and reports, with digital copies and online access provided to patients.
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