OTHER SERVICES OFFER IN CENTRO MEDICO ANGELUS

At "CENTRO MEDICO ANGELUS" several different exams can be performed for your convenience.
Everything from Mammography, X-rays, Bone Densitometry and Ultrasounds.

MAMMOGRAPHY

What is a Mammography?

A Mammography is a specified type of imaging that uses a low-dose X-rays system to examine breasts. A mammography exam, called also mammogram, is used to aid in the early detection and diagnosis of breast diseases in women such as cancer.

BONE DENSITOMETRY

Phone (899) 922-5510

What is Bone Densitometry?

Bone Densitometry is an exam used by physicians to assess bone density, (the mineral content of your bones) in an effort to diagnose Bone Loss.

What is Bone Loss?

As we grow older the bones normally loose some of their Calcium. Loss of Calcium weakens our bones and makes us more prone to fractures. Mild loss is referred to as Osteopenia. More severe loss is know as Osteoporosis.

Who is at risk for Osteoporosis?

Women are most at risk. This is especially true in post-menopausal women. Various medical conditions as well as use of certain medications can also speed up the process of bone loss.Men can also develop Osteoporosis.

ULTRASOUND

Phone (899) 922-5510

What is an Ultrasound?

Ultrasound is a procedure that uses high-frequency sound waves to view internal organs and procedure images of the human body. The human ear cannot hear the sound waves used in an ultrasound.

An Ultrasound is:

* Noninvasive, which means it does not penetrate the skin or body openings and Diagnostic, which means it is used to determine what disease or condition is present.

Types of Ultrasounds available:

* Pelvic Ultrasound
* Regular Ultrasound
* Color-Doppler Ultrasound
* Gall Bladder Ultrasound
* Prostate Ultrasound
* Testicular Ultrasound
* Thyroid Ultrasound
* Breast Ultrasound

LABORATORY ( Laboratorio Bioclínico de Tamaulipas)

Phone (899) 922-6747