Special Services
At ACENT's Anchorage facility, we offer on-site CT Scanning and videostroboscopy for the convenience and better care of our patients. In most cases, we are able to perform these diagnostic tests immediately, which saves our patients the time and hassle of an additional appointment at a separate location. This technology also allows us to arrive at a diagnosis and begin treatment more quickly.
If you are in need of an ENT specialist, we encourage you to request a consultation or call (907) 279-8800 to meet with one of the physicians at Alaska Center for Ear, Nose and Throat. For our Homer and surrounding patients, please call (907) 235-0310.
Our highly-trained providers look forward to meeting you and answering all of your questions.
Request a ConsultationCT scanning
Computed tomography imaging, or CT scanning, is an important diagnostic tool for visualizing internal structures of the body. It is an X-ray technique, but unlike traditional 2-D X-rays, which produce overlapping images, it produces images in cross section, offering 3-D visualization. CT scans provide valuable information that we use when planning for sinus surgery or ear surgery. They are more likely to detect conditions which can be missed a significant percentage of the time on conventional X-ray films.
ACENT has a Xoran MiniCAT™ scanner in our office to provide ENT-specialized CT scanning services directly to our patients. It is a compact, upright CT scanning system designed for high-resolution bone window imaging of the sinuses, temporal bones and skull base. MiniCAT provides immediate access to images at the patient's point-of-care, resulting in a faster diagnosis and treatment.
This device has a lower radiation dose than conventional (full-body) CT scanners, and scans in less than 20 seconds. Patients can sit upright in an open design, rather than lying down in the tightly enclosed spaces of conventional CT scanners.
Videostroboscopy
Videostroboscopy achieves several key components of a complete voice examination. It collects useful, real-time information concerning the nature of vibration; captures an image to detect vocal pathology; and produces a permanent video record of the examination.
A video strobe unit consists of:
- A stroboscopic unit (light source and microphone)
- A video camera
- An endoscope (long, slender optical instrument)
- A video recorder
Stroboscopy can be performed by using either rigid or flexible endoscopes; each has its own benefits and drawbacks.