Flat CT scan table

What does "Flat CT scan table" 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

A flat CT scan table is a part of a medical machine used to take detailed pictures of the inside of a person's body. The patient lies down on this flat, usually narrow, table. The table then moves slowly through a large, donut-shaped machine, which takes the images. The flat design helps to keep the patient steady and in the correct position during the scan.

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