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CT- Scan: Introduction, Uses, Centers in Kathmandu, Address, Contact Number, and Keynotes

Introduction of CT -Scan

CT stands for computed tomography and it is an imaging technique that combines a series of X-ray images taken at different angles and uses a computer to create images from these x-rays. It is widely available, and fast, and provides a detailed view of the internal organs and structures.

Footage of CT -Scan Setup

Fig. CT Scan setup

Uses of CT scan

Common uses for a CT scan are as follows-

  • Internal organ tumor detection
  • Fractures finding
  • Internal bleeding demonstration
  • Blood vessel disease detection

CT- Scan Centres in Kathmandu, Address, Contact Number

S. NoName of CT- Scan CentresAddressSector (Government/
Private/ Others)
Contact No.
1.Tribhuvan University and Teaching Hospital (TUTH)MaharajgunjGovernment01-4412303
2.Bir Hospital, KathmanduKanti PathGovernment01-4221988
3.Patan Academy of Health Sciences (PAHS)LagankhelOthers01-5545112
4.Civil Service HospitalNew BaneshworGovernment01-4107000
5.Sukra Raj Tropical and Infectious Disease HospitalTekuGovernment01-4253396
6.Birendra Army HospitalChhauniGovernment01-4274019
7.Kanti Children’s HospitalMaharajgunjGovernment01-4411550/4413398
8.Prasuti GrihaThapathaliGovernment01-4260405
9.Nepal MedicitiBhaisipatiPrivate01-4217766
10.B. & B. Hospital Pvt. Ltd.GwarkoPrivate+977-1-5531933
11.Star Hospital, KathmanduSanepaPrivate01-5540478
12.Alka Hospital Pvt. LtdJawalakhelPrivate01-5555555, 01-5551555
13.Om Hospital & Research CenterChabahilPrivate01-4476225
14.HAMS hospitalDhumbarahiPrivate01-4377404
15.Blue Cross HospitalTripureshworPrivate01-4262027, 01-4261796
16.Kathmandu Medical CollegeSinamangalPrivate01-4469064
17.Annapurna Neurological Institue and Allied SciencesMaitighar MandalaPrivate01-4256656, 4256568
18.National Medicare Hospital & Research CenterChabahil Private01-4467067
19.Upendra Devkota Memorial NationalInstitute Of Neurological And Allied ScienceBansbariPrivate01-4373850, 4379010
20.Suvekchya Int´l Hospital & Research CenterSitapailaPrivate01-4289534+977-01-4289535+977-01-4302028
21.Metro Radiology and ImagingNaxalPrivate977-1-4435200 /4435400 /4423805 / 4413250
22.Madhyapur Hospital Pvt Ltd.ThimiPrivate01-5093395,015093372, 015093388
23.Kantipur Diagnostic Centre Pvt. Ltd.New BaneshworPrivate01-4110882
24.Grande International HospitalDhapasi-4Private01-5159266
25.Sooriya Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.Lazimpat-2Private01-4411661
26.Manmohan Memorial Medical College and Teaching HospitalSwayambhuPrivate977-1-5247314 / 5247315 / 5247316 / 5247317
27.Vayodha HospitalBalkhuPrivate977-1-4286428
28.Tesla Diagnostic ClinicBaluwatarPrivate01-4446031
Table: A List of CT- Scan Centers in Kathmandu, Address, Contact Number

Keynotes

  • The volume of radiation involved in CT scans is harmful and It is believed that radiation exposure during each scan is equivalent to between a few months and years of exposure to natural radiation from the environment.
  • The probability of developing cancer through exposure is thought to be very small after many years i.e. < 1 in 2000.
  • CT scan is not advisable for pregnant women.
  • If any center is lacking in the provided list, kindly mention it in the comment box and no doubt we will definitely add it to the list.
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