CT scan
Coverage of CT scan in the Nexus archive.
- 'Lung scan in supermarket car park saved my life'
Sandra Champkins, who was symptom-free, had a CT scan at Banbury's Tesco car park that detected cancer, which saved her life.
- Once a source of national pride, Cuba’s healthcare system declines as energy shortages deepen crisis
Cuba's healthcare system is declining due to energy shortages, as evidenced by a broken CT scan machine at Havana’s leading hospital that has delayed a cancer patient's critical care for seven months.
- Ancient Chinese texts depict ‘immortal mirror’ akin to CT scan – an early notion of robots
Ancient Chinese texts from the Tang dynasty describe an 'immortal mirror' resembling a CT scan, found in the southwest of an unnamed land. The polished stone, spanning hundreds of kilometers, was said to show visions instead of reflections, reflecting early conceptualizations of advanced technology and robotics.
- AI finds signs of pancreatic cancer before tumors develop
The Mayo Clinic's AI model analyzes CT scans to detect early tissue changes linked to pancreatic cancer before tumors form. This advancement could enable earlier diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
- The most detailed 3D map of the universe EVER: Scientists unveil stunning 'CT scan' capturing 47 MILLION galaxies
Scientists have created the most detailed 3D map of the universe to date, capturing 47 million galaxies through a 'CT scan'-like visualization. The breakthrough showcases advancements in cosmic data mapping and offers new insights into the universe's structure.