Comparison CT head/upper neck

What does "Comparison CT head/upper neck" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Comparison CT head/upper neck" refers to a process where a new CT scan of the head and upper neck is compared with a previous one. This comparison is done to see if there have been any changes in the patient's condition over time. It's like looking at two pictures taken at different times to see what's different between them.

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