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What Is the Difference Between a Head X-Ray and CAT Scan?

April 26, 2017cat difference head x scan

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What Is the Difference Between a Head X-Ray and CAT Scan?

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Head X-rays can show fractures (bone breaks) of the skull but do not show if there is a brain injury. CAT scans can show brain injury and may be helpful in deciding the seriousness of the injury. They can even show very minor injuries that may not need treatment.