Original paper
Pediatric computed tomography practice in Japanese university hospitals from 2008–2010: did it differ from German practice?
Abstract
Computed tomography (CT) is an essential tool in modern medicine and is frequently used to diagnose a wide range of conditions, particularly in industrial countries, such as Japan and Germany. However, markedly higher doses of ionizing radiation are delivered during CT imaging than during conventional X-ray examinations. To assess pediatric CT practice patterns, data from three university hospital databases (two in Japan and one in Germany) were...
Paper Details
Title
Pediatric computed tomography practice in Japanese university hospitals from 2008–2010: did it differ from German practice?
Published Date
Jul 31, 2016
Volume
58
Issue
1
Pages
135 - 141