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Dr Amit Chakraborty, June 2023 The role of X rays in diagnostic imaging X-rays are one of the most commonly used imaging techniques in modern medicine. They allow doctors to see inside a patient's body without the need for invasive procedures, making them a valuable tool in diagnosing a wide range of medical conditions. In [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, June 2023 Ultrasound Imaging in Prenatal Care Ultrasound imaging, commonly known as sonography, is a vital tool in prenatal care, used to monitor the health and development of a foetus during pregnancy. By providing a safe, non-invasive, and detailed image of the foetus, ultrasound plays a critical role in diagnosing potential health [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, June 2023 How to prepare for an ultrasound examination? Ultrasound examinations are non-invasive, safe, and painless medical procedures that use high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the internal body. Here are some steps to help prepare for an ultrasound examination: 1. Drink plenty of water: For most abdominal ultrasound exams, you [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, June 2023 Radiation exposure in medical imaging Radiation exposure is a serious concern in diagnostic imaging procedures, such as X-rays, MRI, CT scans, and mammography. While these procedures are valuable diagnostic tools, they also expose patients to ionizing radiation, which can potentially cause harm. Therefore, it is important to understand the risks [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, June 2023 Advantages of 3D and 4D Ultrasound in Pregnancy Ultrasound technology has been a great developmental milestone in the field of medicine, and it has been a great tool for prenatal care. In pregnancies, expectant mothers can have one or more ultrasounds, which are usually done for medical reasons to assess [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, June 2023 The role of imaging in detecting silent diseases early Imaging is a crucial tool in modern medicine, enabling doctors to detect and diagnose diseases in a non-invasive way, without the need for painful procedures or exploratory surgeries. One of the great advantages of imaging is that it can identify silent [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 A Comprehensive Guide to X-rays and How They Work X-ray is a type of electromagnetic radiation which has a wavelength much shorter than that of light. Electromagnetic waves that have shorter wavelengths than light have more penetrating power. Light waves cannot penetrate the skin and therefore is unable to show [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 What is minimally invasive technique? Minimally invasive technique is where procedures are done inside the human body without making a significant cut to the skin surface. Often this is done through a needle or a small cut that readily heals within a short time. As technology and our understanding of [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 What is a CT scan and how does it work? A CT scan stands for ‘Computed Tomography’. It uses radiation to produce images, although the way it does so is very different to that of a conventional x-ray machine. Unlike an x-ray machine, the CT scanner looks like a giant [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 What is osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition where the mineral content of the bone falls below a critical level. As a result, our bones become structurally unsound and may break under normal load. Whilst this disease is predominantly of the elderly, various metabolic conditions can predispose young individuals to this [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 Imaging for preventative health It can be a common misconception to think that you only need imaging when something is wrong with your health. However, regular imaging can play a key role in preventing certain conditions and allowing for early detection other conditions when the treatment can be most effective. [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 Do medical imaging centres only take medical images? After all, the name says it all, doesn't it? It is an imaging centre, therefore, all that it does is take images, read them, produce reports and that's all they do. This couldn't be further from the truth. A medical imaging centre [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Jan 2023 Are x-rays safe? X-ray is a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. Visible light, infrared, ultraviolet, gamma rays etc are some of the other components of the electromagnetic spectrum. X-ray beams are more energetic than light waves or ultraviolet rays. They can penetrate the human skin and flesh and are usually [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Sep 2021 What is platelet rich plasma? Platelet rich plasma (PRP) is a specialised liquid that is extracted from the recipient’s own blood. It is rich in anti-inflammatory and healing nutrients. As the name suggests, it is called plasma, which is the liquid component of the patient’s own blood. How is platelet [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Oct 2021 Introduction: A palpable breast lump is one of the more common breast conditions that women present with at all ages of their lives. The imaging recommendations can vary, depending on individual presentation and clinical scenario. A few relevant considerations in the history and clinical examinations are as follows: Breast lump [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Aug 2021 Introduction: Shortness of breath or dyspnoea occurs when the cardiovascular and respiratory systems no longer meet the body’s oxygen requirements. Whilst this is largely multifactorial, the two primary causes are obviously the respiratory system and the cardiovascular system. Lack of haemoglobin may also be implicated with shortness of breath from [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Aug 2020 Introduction: Falls in the elderly remain as one of the most compelling challenges in the ageing Australian population. Every year, a large number of hospital admissions and emergency department presentations take place due to falls in the elderly. This causes significant burden to our already overstretched hospital healthcare system. As [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Feb 2020 Introduction: Sports and activity-related injuries are a common presentation, both in the emergency department as well as in a GP surgery. These injuries range from minor cuts, bruises, and sprains through to major compound fractures of long bones. The management is varied depending on the anatomy and the severity of [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty, Feb 2019 Introduction: Osteoarthritis is a chronic and debilitating condition which affects a vast majority of the general population. It takes a tremendous toll on a person’s ability to mobilise or use the affected body part. Nonsurgical management of osteoarthritis remains a challenging topic. Ongoing use of pain medication provides some relief [...]

Dr Amit Chakraborty Sep 2018 What is a nerve root block? A nerve root block is a procedure where a small amount of local anaesthetic and steroids are injected around an inflamed nerve in order to suppress the inflammation and provide symptomatic pain relief. How is it done? Deep nerve roots such as cervical or [...]