Specific Anatomic Region

Colon

Application

Suspected diverticulitis

Author

Fishman EK

Reference Source

Personal communication

Scanner Used

Siemens Somatom Plus 4

Injection Rate

2cc/sec

Contrast Volume and Type

110-120cc of Omnipaque 350

Area Scanned

From diaphragm to symphysis

Scan Delay

50sec

Length of Spiral (time)

32-40sec

Slice Thickness

5mm

Table Speed/Pitch

8mm/sec

Reconstruction Interval

5mm

3D Technique Used

None

Comment: A focused exam of the colon requires P.O. contrast 90-120 minutes before the study. If necessary rectal contrast may be given.