Pelvic MRI used for routine health screening is most commonly considered in women. One reason I find this examination useful is that pelvic ultrasound can be more limited than many people realize. When Ultrasound Falls Short Even with transvaginal ultrasound, the ovaries are not always easy to evaluate. They may be located relatively high or … Read more
Pancreatic imaging is one of the examinations that I think can be worth considering at least once as part of a comprehensive health checkup. Most solid abdominal organs can be evaluated reasonably well with ultrasound. The pancreas is different. Because it lies deep in the abdomen and is often obscured by bowel gas, it may … Read more
A calcium score CT is a simple, non-contrast examination that measures the amount of calcified plaque in the coronary arteries. Its main advantages are that it does not require contrast and the scan itself is very quick. The calcium score can also help estimate future cardiovascular risk and may be useful when deciding how aggressively … Read more
Carotid ultrasound is commonly offered as an optional test in health screening packages in Korea. Unlike some screening tests whose value can be difficult to define, I think carotid ultrasound can be a useful addition for many adults. The carotid arteries can provide information about a person’s overall atherosclerotic burden. When carotid plaque or other … Read more
Brain CT is commonly included in health screening packages in Korea. It is relatively inexpensive, quick to perform, and does not require contrast, which makes it easy for screening centers to include as part of a routine package. However, when I think about its actual value as a screening test, I find it somewhat limited. … Read more