myRadiologist

Symptom

Palpable abdominal mass

ConsiderationsRichard Wasley, MD

CT, MR and US best tests. Xray of limited value. If CT utilized, oral and IV contrast helpful. CT and MR good abdominal survey for masses and hernia. US has utility if masses are superficial, but often cannot fully characterize masses.

§Suggested imagingIn listed order

  1. 01CT abdomen and pelvis with IV contrastCPT 74177
  2. 02MRI abdomen with gadoliniumCPT 74183
  3. 03MRI abdomen without gadoliniumCPT 74181
  4. 04CT abdomen and pelvis with IV and oral contrastCPT 74177
  5. 05US abdomen complete studyCPT 76700