Low-Dose CT for Craniosynostosis: Preserving Diagnostic Benefit with Substantial Radiation Dose Reduction

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE:

Given the positive impact of early intervention for craniosynostosis, CT is often performed for evaluation but radiation dosage remains a concern. We evaluated the potential for substantial radiation dose reduction in pediatric patients with suspected craniosynostosis.

MATERIALS AND METHODS:

CT projection data from pediatric patients undergoing head CT for suspected craniosynostosis were archived....