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Pediatric Radiology
Published in: Pediatric Radiology 4/2023

Open Access 05-11-2022 | Computed Tomography | ESPR

Paediatric CT made easy

Authors: Eszter Nagy, Sebastian Tschauner, Clemens Schramek, Erich Sorantin

Published in: Pediatric Radiology | Issue 4/2023

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Abstract

Paediatric computed tomography (CT) imaging has always been associated with challenges. Although the technical background of CT imaging is complex, it is worth considering the baseline aspects of radiation exposure to prevent unwanted excess radiation in paediatric patients. In this review, we discuss the most relevant factors influencing radiation exposure, and provide a simplified and practical approach to optimise paediatric CT.
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Metadata
Title
Paediatric CT made easy
Authors
Eszter Nagy
Sebastian Tschauner
Clemens Schramek
Erich Sorantin
Publication date
05-11-2022
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Pediatric Radiology / Issue 4/2023
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-022-05526-0

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