DEXA Scan

Osteoporosis means, literally, “porous bones,” and is a debilitating disease that can lead to bone fracture. More than 52 million Americans have low bone density and are at risk for osteoporosis— 80% are women. DEXA scans (which stands for Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry) are an advanced test available for measuring bone density. If a loss of bone mass is discovered, especially early, patients can receive treatment to prevent breakage and further loss. Deaconess Illinois Medical Center is proud to offer this advanced test, and echoes the National Osteoporosis Foundation’s recommendation that women over 65 should get a DEXA scan every two years to diagnose bone density loss and hopefully prevent osteoporosis.

DEXA scans are offered by Women’s Diagnostic Services, Medical Plaza located behind the hospital.

 

Diagnostic Imaging

Diagnostic Imaging

At , diagnostic imaging is used to create a graphic depiction of the structures and functions of the body’s organs and other internal systems. These images are used to examine and diagnose certain medical conditions. Deaconess Illinois Medical...

CT Scan

CT Scan

Thanks to CT scanning (computed tomography, often called a “CAT” scan) doctors can view a “slice” of the human body painlessly. Often used to diagnose life-threatening conditions and issues like cancer, blood clots, infections, lung and liver disease, head and spine...

Lung Cancer Screening

Lung Cancer Screening

The Deaconess Illinois Medical Center Lung Cancer Screening Program offers low-dose CT screenings for patients who might be at risk for lung cancer, including smokers and former smokers. Here are three things to know about lung cancer screening: Lung cancer screening...

Mammography

Mammography

More than 200,000 new cases of breast cancer are discovered in the U.S. each year. At , we know the value of early detection and mammography is a tool we use to identify potential issues. An x-ray of the breast, mammography is used to look for...

Ultrasound

Ultrasound

Deaconess Illinois Medical Center uses ultrasound as a painless, non-invasive way to diagnose a variety of diseases and conditions without the use of radiation, making this a widely used procedure during pregnancy. Sometimes called sonography, ultrasounds bounce...