Located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, MAKIMAGING is a community-based diagnostic radiology practice specializing in the widest range of imaging modalities using state of the art
equipment including:
CT 64-Detector Scan and CT Angiography 1.5T MRI PET/CT Ultrasound Nuclear Medicine (Scintigraphy) GI Radiology Digital Mammography Bone Densitometry (DEXA) General Diagnostic Radiology Women's Imaging
Contact : Office locations:
165 East 84th St.
tel: 212 535 9770
fax:212 988 1520
Lung cancer is currently the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. At MAKIMAGING, we provide a quick test that has the potential to detect lung cancer at an early, treatable stage. An article in The Lancet (1999, 356:99-105) published results of a research study that concluded low-dose CT can greatly improve the likelihood of detection of early lung cancers.
Our practice has a state-of-the-art CT scanner available to screen at-risk patients for lung cancer. Helical CT screening has been shown to be more sensitive than conventional chest x-rays at detecting early lesions. The multidetector CT scanner takes an image in just 20 seconds by scanning continuously, rather than taking a series of pictures every 5-10 seconds like the traditional CT scan.
The examination requires no intravenous contrast injection and the actual scan is approximately 20 seconds. This is a low dose scan with no more radiation than a conventional chest x-ray.
A CT lung screening is most valuable for anyone experiencing one or more of these risk factors:
History of smoking
History of exposure to radon gas
Family history of lung cancer
Previous lung disease
Exposure to certain industrial and organic substances (asbestos, diesel fuel, and uranium).
Reimbursement for this examination is limited so patients should check with their insurance carrier prior to scheduling an examination so they understand their financial obligation at the time of service.
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the number one cause of mortality in both men and women in the United States. The need to detect coronary atherosclerosis early in its course has been well recognized and many studies have documented the ability to alter the progression of coronary atherosclerosis by modifying certain risk factors.
Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring is a non-invasive, non-exercise-dependent examination for the identification and quantification of calcified lesions in the coronary arteries. Coronary Artery Calcium Scoring can be used not only to evaluate the presence of calcified atherosclerotic plaque and the risk of CAD, but also to monitor progression of plaque development and to assess therapies and interventions designed to reduce mortality from CAD.
The exam takes about 15 minutes and has a minimal radiation dose.
A coronary artery calcium scoring is most valuable for anyone experiencing one or more of these risk factors:
Men 45 and older
Women 55 and older
Family history of heart disease
High cholesterol
High blood pressure
High stress levels
Smoking
Diabetes
Sedentary lifestyle
Overweight
Reimbursement by insurers is limited so patients should check with their insurance company prior to scheduling an examination so they understand their financial obligations at the time of service.
Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer related death in the United States. Colon cancer can be prevented if polyps are discovered and removed early before they become cancerous. It is believed that tumors take years to develop and typically form from a benign non-cancerous polyp. If these are removed the progression to malignant disease can be prevented. Nevertheless, individuals remain largely under screened, in part due to poor public awareness and reluctance to current screening procedures.
The American Cancer Society recommends that patients undergo a test that allows the entire colon to be visualized at the age of 50 and then every 3 to 5 years. The two currently accepted methods include conventional colonoscopy and barium enema. Although both visualize the entire colon, barium enema is a less sensitive examination and is considered an inferior test. Colonoscopy, which is more sensitive as a screening procedure, is more costly and requires sedation and anesthesia. The introduction of a safe, non-invasive, and affordable procedure for detecting polyps has a broad appeal.
Virtual colonoscopy is a new method that allows radiologists to evaluate the lining of the colon to detect polyps and cancers. Polyps are growths in the colon that may become cancerous if they are not removed. Utilizing a high-speed multidetector CT scanner and specialized computer software, images are obtained that visualize the surface contour of the colon. Images are evaluated in both two and three dimensional projections as well as endoscopic views similar to those seen during conventional colonoscopy.
Advantages of Virtual Colonoscopy over Conventional Colonoscopy
No sedation
Immediate resumption of normal activities
Rapid, safe and accurate
Reimbursement by insurers is limited so patients should check with their insurance company prior to scheduling an examination so they understand their financial obligations at the time of service.
This rapid CT examination screens the internal organs for asymptomatic potentially life-threatening tumors, aneurysms, lymph node enlargement, stones, and other diseases before they can be detected by physical exam. The patient swallows oral contrast prior to the test, in order to distinguish the hollow digestive tract from the solid organs. The referring doctor may recommend the use of intravenous contrast for better delineation of the solid organs such as the pancreas and kidneys, depending on the patients personal or family history. Early detection of cancer within certain abdominal and pelvic organs including the colon, ovaries and prostate may not be possible without the use of other tests, such as colonoscopy, ultrasound, blood tests or even biopsy. Prior consultation with a treating physician is strongly recommended.
Reimbursement by insurers is limited so patients should check with their insurance company prior to scheduling an examination so they understand their financial obligations at the time of service.
CT 64-Detector Scan and CT Angiography
Lung cancer is currently the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. At MAKIMAGING, we provide a quick test that has the potential to detect lung cancer at an early, treatable stage. An article in The Lancet (1999, 356:99-105) published results of a research study that concluded low-dose CT can greatly improve the likelihood of detection of early lung cancers.