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.

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 diagnosis Bone Loss
What is Bone Loss?
As we grow older our 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 known as Osteoporosis .

Who is at risk for Osteoporosis?

Women are most at risk. This is especially true in post-menopausal women and more so in Caucasian and Asian women then in women of African-American or Hispanic descent.
Various medical conditions as well as use of certain medications can also speed up 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 produce images of the human body. The human ear cannot hear the sound waves used in an ultrasound. 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
* Upper Abdominal Ultrasound
* Gall Bladder Ultrasound
* Prostate Ultrasound
* Testicular Ultrasound
* Thyroid Ultrasound
* Breast Ultrasound

MAMMOGRAPHY

What is Mammography?

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

LABORATORY (Laboratorio Bioclínico de Tamaulipas)

Phone (899) 922-6747