Computed tomography (CT) scans use a series of x-rays to create a layered image of the spine. Find out how this technique is used for scoliosis patients.
CT scans take a series of images that help the health-care team diagnose the type of cancer you may have. Find out how CT scans are done, what you need to do to prepare and what to expect when you get your results.
An in-depth description of what is involved in a CT scan as part of the medical diagnosis of a brain tumor. Answers from Canadian Paediatric Hospitals.
Scans can help your health-care team diagnose cancer, decide what type of treatment is best and see how the cancer is reacting to treatment. Learn about the different types of scans and why you may need one.
Learn about imaging tests such as X-ray, MRI and CT scans. These tests provide pictures of the inside of your child's body.
An in-depth description of what is involved in a MRI as part of the medical diagnosis of a brain tumor. fMRI and MRA are also discussed.
A CT scan uses X-rays to produce images of the body. Learn about how CT scans work, when they are used, and what to expect during the procedure.
A PET scan is a diagnostic test that shows where cancer cells are in the body. Find out how PET scans are done, what to expect during the scan and when you get your results.
Regular clinic visits can help to identify health issues early on before they can cause harm.
An ultrasound is a scan that uses sound waves to create a picture of the inside of your body. Discover how an ultrasound is done, what to expect during the scan and when you get your results.
Learn about heart tumours in children, and how they are diagnosed. Both the most common types of benign and malignant tumours are discussed.
This page describes what is involved in the diagnosis of rhabdoid tumours.
Medulloblastoma is the most common form of brain cancer among children. Learn more about medulloblastoma symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
Diagnostic tests help the health-care team determine if you have cancer and what type of cancer you may have. Learn more about the different types of tests, consent and waiting for the test results.
An MRI may be used to assess spines with scoliosis. Find out more about MRI procedures as well as when and why they are used.
Cavernous malformations are a group of abnormal blood vessels that contain pockets filled with slow moving blood. Learn about the signs and symptoms, how they are diagnosed, and the different treatment options.
Learn what happens during an MRI so you and your child know what to expect.
Read about the causes and symptoms of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome epilepsy and how the condition is treated.
A tarsal coalition is an abnormal bony connection between two or more tarsal bones in the foot. Learn about tarsal coalition and how it is treated.
Learn the answers to frequently asked questions about pharmacogenetics.
Hydrocephalus is a build-up of fluid inside the brain. Learn more about the signs and symptoms and how hydrocephalus is diagnosed and treated.
Pulmonary vein stenosis (PVS) is when there is a narrowing or blockage in the pulmonary veins. It is a rare disease and if it progresses, it can lead to pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure.
Learn about pharmacogenetics (PGx) testing is performed, which genes are currently tested and how the results of PGx testing can help inform your child's health-care team.
Learn how lung perfusion and ventilation scans check the flow of blood towards and around the lungs.
Bone cancer, or sarcoma, is a type of cancer that starts in a bone. Learn about bone cells, bone tumours and diagnosis and treatment of bone cancer.
