Full Range of Procedures for the Entire Body
The skilled team at Southtowns Radiology offers a full range of tests and procedures for every area of the body. Please use the diagram to select an area of the body to find related procedures.
Procedures for the Abdomen
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI/MRE
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body. Magnetic Resonance Enterography (MRE) studies the small intestines.
PET-CT
Positron emission tomography, also called PET imaging or a PET scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease and other abnormalities.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a noninvasive imaging modality that helps physicians diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Through the use of sound waves, not radiation, ultrasound images are capable of showing everything from the structure of major organs in the body to blood flow through blood vessels.
X-ray
An X-Ray is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-Rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Bones
Bone Density Screening (DXA)
A bone density scan is a noninvasive, accurate and inexpensive way of detecting osteoporosis – a chronic condition that occurs when there is a depletion of bone calcium and protein.
Bone Scan
A bone scan is a noninvasive imaging technique that is used to visualize bones. Different from X-rays or a CT, a bone scan can show bone metabolism. It can be helpful in evaluating damage due to exercise or trauma, bone infection or other causes of unexplained bone pain.
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
X-ray
An X-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Breast
3D Screening Mammogram
3D mammography – also called breast tomosynthesis – is performed in conjunction with a traditional 2D digital mammogram. An X-ray arm sweeps the breast taking multiple images that a computer uses to produce a layered 3D image of the breast tissue.
Breast Density
Breast density describes the composition of the breast tissues including fat, milk ducts and lobules as well as glandular and connective tissue. It does not indicate how a breast feels, but instead refers to how it looks on a mammogram.
Breast Biopsy
If a biopsy is indicated, Southtowns Radiology will identify the best modality for guiding the biopsy based on the nature and location of the abnormality. Southowns Radiology offers three types of image-guided breast biopsy procedures: stereotactic, ultrasound and MRI.
Breast MRI
Compared to mammography, breast MRI is a completely different way of looking at the breast. It is an advanced tool using sophisticated computers and new techniques that looks deep into the breast to discover abnormalities that might not be visible in other exams.
Breast Ultrasound
For women with dense breasts and those with certain risk factors, breast ultrasound is a tool for additional breast cancer screening. Along with a mammogram, the two scans together can give a radiologist a more complete picture of the breast in order to diagnosis disease. An ultrasound uses no radiation, which is an important consideration for patients, especially women of childbearing age.
Mammogram – Diagnostic
A diagnostic mammogram is typically conducted after a screening mammogram. It is most often used to evaluate abnormal clinical findings, like a lump or atypical area on a screening mammogram.
Mammogram – Screening
Mammography is an important tool in the early detection, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Southtowns Radiology recommends that all women have a 3D mammogram with their annual screening but especially those women who are: having their first or baseline mammogram, have dense breasts or have a family history of breast cancer.
Procedures for the Chest
CT Lung Cancer Screenings
CT Lung Screenings help detect and diagnose cancer.
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
PET-CT
Positron emission tomography, also called PET imaging or a PET scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease and other abnormalities.
X-ray
An X-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Head
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
PET-CT
Positron emission tomography, also called PET imaging or a PET scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease and other abnormalities.
Procedures for the Heart
Cardiac Calcium Scoring
Coronary artery calcium scoring (CCS) is a proven, noninvasive method that can directly identify plaque buildup in the coronary (heart) arteries.
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
Procedures for the Hips
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MR Arthrogram
An MRI arthrogram, or MR arthrogram, is an imaging procedure that shows the spaces in between joints. The injection of a liquid contrast material into the joint space allows this area to be particularly visible during the MRI.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
X-ray
An X-ray is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Lower Body
Bone Density Screening (DXA)
A bone density scan is a non-invasive, accurate, inexpensive way of detecting osteoporosis – a chronic condition that occurs when there is a depletion of bone calcium and protein.
Bone Scan
A bone scan is a non-invasive imaging technique that is used to visualize bones. Different from x-rays or a CT, a bone scan can show bone metabolism. It can be helpful in evaluating damage due to exercise or trauma, bone infection or other causes of unexplained bone pain.
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MR Arthrogram
An MRI arthrogram, or MR arthrogram is an imaging procedure that shows the spaces in between joints. The injection of a liquid contrast material into the joint space allows this area to be particularly visible during the MRI.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
Sclerotherapy
Sclerotherapy is the most common treatment for both spider veins and varicose veins. This outpatient procedure causes the vein to shrink and is eventually absorbed by the body.
Targeted Endovenous Therapy
(TET) is a minimally invasive treatment for varicose veins now available at Southtowns Radiology, a leading vein treatment center in Western New York. It offers a safe, fast and comfortable procedure for eliminating unsightly leg veins at the source, without the need for varicose vein surgery
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a non-invasive imaging modality that helps physicians diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Through the use of sound waves, not radiation, ultrasound images are capable of showing everything from the structure of major organs in the body to blood flow through blood vessels.
Varicose and Spider Vein Consultations
Both spider and varicose veins can be effectively treated with both lifestyle changes and medical procedures. For severe symptoms and to improve how your legs look, a consultation with our Physician Assistant can help determine proper car
X-ray
An x-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional x-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Neck
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a noninvasive imaging modality that helps physicians diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Through the use of sound waves, not radiation, ultrasound images are capable of showing everything from the structure of major organs in the body to blood flow through blood vessels.
X-ray
An X-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Pelvis
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
MRI/Pelvic Floor
Pelvic floor magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a noninvasive test that uses a powerful magnetic field, radio waves and a computer to produce detailed pictures of the pelvic floor, a network of muscles that stretches between the pubic bone and spine and the abdominal organs it supports. It is used to obtain information about the pelvic floor's structure and the function of the muscles within it and to identify any abnormalities or damage.
PET-CT
Positron emission tomography, also called PET imaging or a PET scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease and other abnormalities.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a noninvasive imaging modality that helps physicians diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Through the use of sound waves, not radiation, ultrasound images are capable of showing everything from the structure of major organs in the body to blood flow through blood vessels.
X-ray
An X-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Spine
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
X-ray
An X-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Upper Body
3D Screening Mammogram
3D mammography – also called breast tomosynthesis – is performed in conjunction with a traditional 2D digital mammogram. An X-ray arm sweeps the breast taking multiple images that a computer uses to produce a layered 3D image of the breast tissue.
Breast Biopsy
If a biopsy is indicated, Southtowns Radiology will identify the best modality for guiding the biopsy based on the nature and location of the abnormality. Southowns Radiology offers three types of image-guided breast biopsy procedures: stereotactic, ultrasound and MRI.
Breast Density
Breast density describes the composition of the breast tissues including fat, milk ducts and lobules as well as glandular and connective tissue. It does not indicate how a breast feels, but instead refers to how it looks on a mammogram.
Breast MRI
Compared to mammography, breast MRI is a completely different way of looking at the breast. It is an advanced tool using sophisticated computers and new techniques that looks deep into the breast to discover abnormalities that might not be visible in other exams.
Breast Ultrasound
For women with dense breasts and those with certain risk factors, breast ultrasound is a tool for additional breast cancer screening. Along with a mammogram, the two scans together can give a radiologist a more complete picture of the breast in order to diagnosis disease. An ultrasound uses no radiation, which is an important consideration for patients, especially women of childbearing age.
Cardiac Calcium Scoring
Coronary artery calcium scoring (CCS) is a proven, noninvasive method that can directly identify plaque buildup in the coronary (heart) arteries.
CT Lung Cancer Screenings
CT Lung Screenings help detect and diagnose cancer.
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
Mammogram – Diagnostic
A diagnostic mammogram is typically conducted after a screening mammogram. It is most often used to evaluate abnormal clinical findings, like a lump or atypical area on a screening mammogram.
Mammogram – Screening
Mammography is an important tool in the early detection, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Southtowns Radiology recommends that all women have a 3D mammogram with their annual screening, but especially those women who are: having their first or baseline mammogram, have dense breasts or have a family history of breast cancer.
MR Arthrogram
An MRI arthrogram, or MR arthrogram, is an imaging procedure that shows the spaces in between joints. The injection of a liquid contrast material into the joint space allows this area to be particularly visible during the MRI.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
MRI/MRE
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body. Magnetic Resonance Enterography (MRE) studies the small intestines.
PET-CT
Positron emission tomography, also called PET imaging or a PET scan, is a type of nuclear medicine imaging. Nuclear medicine uses small amounts of radioactive material to diagnose or treat a variety of diseases, including many types of cancers, heart disease and other abnormalities.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a noninvasive imaging modality that helps physicians diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Through the use of sound waves, not radiation, ultrasound images are capable of showing everything from the structure of major organs in the body to blood flow through blood vessels.
X-ray
An X-ray, is the oldest and most frequently used form of medical imaging. Conventional X-rays use small doses of ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic pictures of the human body. There is no special preparation required for most X-rays.
Procedures for the Veins
CT Scan
CT scanning is a noninvasive medical test that helps physicians diagnose and treat medical conditions. CT imaging combines special X-ray equipment with sophisticated computers to produce multiple cross-sectional images or pictures of the inside of the body.
MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a technique that uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues within your body.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging is a noninvasive imaging modality that helps physicians diagnose and treat many medical conditions. Through the use of sound waves, not radiation, ultrasound images are capable of showing everything from the structure of major organs in the body to blood flow through blood vessels.