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Published in: Abdominal Radiology 4/2023

17-02-2023 | Computed Tomography | Review

The why, who, how, and what of communicating CT radiation risks to patients and healthcare providers

Authors: Nayla Mroueh, Anushri Parakh, Jessica Serrao, Susanna I. Lee, Brian H. Eisner, Debra A. Gervais, Avinash R. Kambadakone, Dushyant V. Sahani

Published in: Abdominal Radiology | Issue 4/2023

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Abstract

Computed tomography (CT) has witnessed tremendous growth in utilization. Despite its immense benefits, there is a growing concern from the general public and the medical community about the detrimental consequences of ionizing radiation from CT. Anxiety from the perceived risks associated with CT can deter referring physicians from ordering clinically indicated CT scans and patients from undergoing medically necessary exams. This article discusses various strategies for educating patients and healthcare providers on the benefits and risks of CT scanning and salient techniques for effective communication.
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Metadata
Title
The why, who, how, and what of communicating CT radiation risks to patients and healthcare providers
Authors
Nayla Mroueh
Anushri Parakh
Jessica Serrao
Susanna I. Lee
Brian H. Eisner
Debra A. Gervais
Avinash R. Kambadakone
Dushyant V. Sahani
Publication date
17-02-2023
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Abdominal Radiology / Issue 4/2023
Print ISSN: 2366-004X
Electronic ISSN: 2366-0058
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00261-022-03778-w

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