Neurology or Radiology Department for brain CT scan

Jul 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Recently, I have been experiencing dizziness frequently, and sometimes I feel nauseous. I am considering having a brain CT scan. Which department usually handles brain CT examinations?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Huang Shichang
For a brain CT scan, you can generally make an appointment with the following departments: 1. **Neurology**: Most symptoms such as dizziness and nausea are associated with neurological conditions, such as cerebrovascular disease or cerebral ischemia. Neurologists can evaluate the patient's symptoms and issue an order for a brain CT scan to determine whether there is any brain pathology. 2. **Neurosurgery**: If the patient has a history of head trauma or suspected space-occupying brain lesions, they may also choose to visit the neurosurgery department. Neurosurgeons will assess whether a brain CT scan is necessary based on the patient's condition. The specific department to visit should be determined based on the patient's individual condition and the departmental structure of the hospital. Before the visit, it is recommended to understand the hospital's departmental setup and doctors' specialties in order to choose the most appropriate department more accurately.