Russo M.D. and Associates Radiology

PET / CT Scan

Positron Emission Tomography with Computed Tomography is a nuclear medicine imaging test that uses radioactive isotopes to detect differences in the metabolism of various tissues.  PET-CT produces a three dimensional image of functional processes within the body.  PET-CT is often used to differentiate between healthy and abnormal tissue.

MRI

A technique that uses magnetic fields and radio waves linked to a computer to create pictures of internal structures of the body, particularly the soft tissues.  The MRI creates images superior to a normal x-ray.

CT Scan

A Cat Scan is a series of detailed pictures of areas inside the body taken from different angles. The pictures are created by a computer that is linked to an x-ray machine. The computerized xray machine produces cross-sectional images of the body. The images are far more detailed than x-ray films, and can reveal disease or abnormalities in tissue and bone. This is also called computerized axial tomography (CAT) scan

Ultrasound

Ultrasound imaging uses high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. Ultrasounds show the structure and movement of the body's internal organs, as well as blood flowing through blood vessels.Ultrasound Imaging is also called Sonography.

Digital Mammography

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 diagnosis of breast diseases in women. Digital mammography is a mammography system in which the x-ray film is replaced by solid-state detectors that convert x-rays into electrical signals. These detectors are similar to those found in digital cameras. The electrical signals are used to produce images of the breast that can be seen on a computer screen. Computer-aided detection (CAD) systems uses computer software to search for abnormal areas of density, mass, or calcification that may indicate the presence of cancer. The CAD system highlights these areas on the images, alerting the radiologist to the need for further analysis.

Dexa

Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry. Dexa is a test in which x-rays are used to measure bone density.  A DEXA Scan is the most accurate way of assessing bone mass in determining an individual's risk of osteoporosis before fractures occur.

General Radiology

Please note all of the General Radiology Procedures performed at our office locations are listed below. Walk-in XRAY's are accepted with the prescription from the patient's referring physician.

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy is used to provide moving picture X-RAYs.  A continuous xray beam is passed through the body part being examined.  The X-RAY is transmitted to a monitor to show the motion of the body part in detail.  Fluoroscopy is beneficial in viewing the movement of joints or organ systems.

Wellness Screenings

Early detection is the best protection. We offer many different elective screenings at our offices ranging from Mammography's, Cardiac Scoring, Coronary Artery, Lung Cancer, Aortic Aneursym to Virtiual Colonoscopy. Please contact your physician to see if the Wellness Screenings below are recommended for you.

Mammography Screenings

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 diagnosis of breast diseases in women.

Available at the following locations:

Bridgeport Office - 2660 Main Street

Bridgeport Office - 4699 Main Street

Fairfield Office - 425 Post Road

Shelton MRI Office - 25 Constitution Blvd S.

Stratford Office - 2909 Main Street

Cardiac Screenings*

Your beating heart can be viewed without surgery or other invasive cardiac procedures with the help of our 64 Slice CT Scan.

Coronary Artery Screening* 

A Coronary Artery Screening can detect  harmful plaque on your arteries before the risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Cardiac Scoring*

Cardiac Scoring can detect the presence of Coronary Artery Calcifications to determine if you have Coronary Artery Disease.

Available at the following locations:

Bridgeport Office - 4699 Main Street

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Aneurysm Screening

An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening can detect the presence of an aneurysm in your aorta.  80% of ruptured Aortic Aneurysms are fatal.

Available at the following locations:

Bridgeport Office - 2660 Main Street

Bridgeport Office - 4699 Main Street

Bridgeport Mobile Diagnostics

Fairfield Office - 425 Post Road

Stratford Office - 2909 Main Street

Lung Cancer Screening*

A CT Scan is taken of the lungs to detect possible abnormalities missed on the average chest xray. If you are a tobacco smoker, had exposure to Asbestos, or have a family history of Lung Cancer, this screening may be recommended.

Available at the following locations:

Bridgeport Office - 2660 Main Street

Bridgeport Office - 4699 Main Street

Fairfield Office - 425 Post Road

Stratford Office - 2909 Main Street

Virtual Colonoscopy*

Our 64 Slice CT Scan and computer diagnostics produces two and three dimensional precise images of the colon that can be viewed on a video screen.

Available at the following locations:

Bridgeport Office - 4699 Main Street.

*Not covered by insurance plans

Breast Tomosynthesis

Breast tomosynthesis converts digital breast images into a stack of very thin layers to create a 3-dimensional mammogram that helps find very small cancers or rule out “false positives”. This additional screening tool has been proven to reduce the amount of women who are called back for a diagnostic mammogram. This “high-powered computing system takes multiple breast images in just seconds without adding any additional time to your exam.

Stereotactic Breast Biopsy

Generally, nonsurgical biopsies are less stressful (such as stereotactic) and do not disfigure the skin.  Cells are removed from a suspicious area in the breast and then examined by a pathologist to determine the diagnosis.  The Fairfield Women's Center, offers the only soft-top table in the area for maximum comfort during the procedure.