Test·CPT 74170

CT multiphase pancreas

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CT abdomen with and without IV contrast. No oral contrast.

CPT

74170

Strengths: dedicated study to: 1) assess known pancreatitis for complications including abscess, aneurysm, venous occusion; 2) stage pancreatic CA.
Limitations: Use MRCP for eval of choledocolithiasis; Use standard CT abdmen for screening for pancreas involvement (less radiation exposure to patient than multiphase and provides evaluation of other abdominal organs too).
Contraindications: 1) Allergy to contrast, but we will premedicate patient as necessary; 2) IV contrast will be dose-adjusted dependent upon creatinine clearance.

Patient preparation

NPO 4 hours, but can take meds with small sip of water.

To schedule, call Orange Coast or Saddleback Medical Center — numbers on the contact page.