Computed Tomography (CT)
CT imaging:
• Allows complete visualization of complex bone structures such as the carpus, tarsus and skull
• Individual structures can be evaluated in any plane without superimposition of overlying tissues
• CT allows complete evaluation of the nasal cavity and sinuses

Computed tomography provides multiple, sequential slices through the area of interest in any plane. In this example several transverse slices through the carpus show comminuted fractures of multiple carpal bones. The bottom image shows a comminuted fracture through the fourth carpal bone; this fracture was seen as mild lateral displacement of this bone on radiographs (red arrows). While the top two images show the proximal row of carpal bones and fracture of the intermediate carpal bone that was not visible on plane radiographs. ~ Select for larger image
• Plan for surgical repair of joints and complex fractures
• Diagnose masses or tumors of the skull
• Plan radiation therapy for tumors