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Diagnostic Imaging

	Diagnostic Imaging Diagnostic imaging is the term used for a variety of routine and specialised radiological procedures from the commonly used x-ray to more specialised techniques such as CT scan, MRI and ultrasound. Diagnostic imaging is the modern term for the more familiar "x-ray department" and reflects the broad spread of techniques now in use to aid diagnosis. Diagnostic Imaging at the Gulu Independent Hospital We offer an extensive range of imaging including x-ray examinations, ultrasound, mammography, MRI, CT and bone densitometry. The service is provided by qualified radiographers and reports are provided to the referring clinician by consultant radiologists. Some techniques (such as barium studies) require the use of contrast media and you may be given an oral preparation to take at home or on your arrival at the hospital. A referral from a family doctor, consultant or other recognised clinical practitioner is essential. You may book an appointment by telephoning the above number. Self-pay patients are most welcome; insured patients are advised to contact their insurance company before arranging any investigation/treatment.
	Mammography Mammography is an X-ray examination of the breasts used to visualise the breast tissue, enabling detection of any abnormalities or disease. It is the most common way to detect breast cancer in its earlier stages. Ultrasound and other more specilised techniques may supplement mammography, if deemed necessary by your consultant radiologist. How to Access: A referral from a family doctor, consultant or other recognised clinical practitioner is essential. You may book an appointment by telephoning the above number. Self-pay patients are most welcome; insured patients are advised to contact their insurance company before arranging any investigation/treatment.
	X-Ray X-Ray is a form of invisible electromagnetic energy of short wavelength that can be used to produce images of bones, organs and internal tissues. Low doses can be passed through tissues to cast an image on to a film or fluorescent screen. The image produced is then called a radiograph. X-ray images can generally be obtained for any part of the body although some internal structures require the presence of a contrast medium to show adequate detail (eg stomach, kidneys, blood vessels, etc.). This form of imaging is the most commonly used as an aid to the diagnosis of a range of conditions from broken bones to bowel obstruction. X-Ray at the Gulu Independent Hospital A plain x-ray uses low doses of radiation to provide an image of bone and soft tissue. Our imaging team carry out various diagnostic and interventional x-ray procedures including chest and limb x-rays, barium studies and breast x-rays (mammography). Some x-rays require the use of a contrast medium and in this situation you may be given a preparation to take at home or on arrival at the hospital. Most x-ray examinations can be arranged without delay and the results promptly reported to the referring doctor. The examinations are carried out by our team of qualified radiographers and the reports prepared by consultant radiologists. How to Access: A family doctor or consultant referral is essential. You may book an appointment by telephoning the above number. Self pay patients are most welcome; insured patients are advised to contact their insurance company before arranging any investigation/treatment.
	Ultrasound Ultrasound is an imaging method which uses sound waves with frequencies above detection by the human ear to produce pictures of structures within the body. It is particularly effective in analysing soft organ tissue such as the gall bladder, liver, kidneys, ovaries and bladder. An ultrasound is the most common investigative procedure in obstetrics and gynaecology. Ultrasound at the Gulu Independent Hospital We offer a range of ultrasound scans including abdominal, breast, pelvic, gynaecological, bladder, testicular, thyroid, obstetric, joints and sophisticated colour Doppler examinations are available. Ultrasound is also used to facilitate biopsies and draining of cysts. All ultrasound examinations are performed by consultant radiologists. How to Access All patients must have a written referral from either a family doctor or consultant, contact the above number to make and appointment. Self pay patients are most welcome, insured patients are advised to contact their insurance company before arranging any investigation/treatment.

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