Effect of focused protocol on reducing radiation dose for children who require computed tomography for suspected appendicitis

Volume: 50, Pages: 76 - 79
Published: Dec 1, 2021
Abstract
Despite efforts to incorporate ultrasound into the evaluation of children for appendicitis, computed tomography (CT) is often used to aid in its diagnosis. CT scans, however, expose children to a considerable amount of radiation. In 2017, our institution began using a height-based Focused CT protocol for children with suspected appendicitis in need of CT.To compare the radiation dose received by children with suspected appendicitis who underwent...
Paper Details
Title
Effect of focused protocol on reducing radiation dose for children who require computed tomography for suspected appendicitis
Published Date
Dec 1, 2021
Journal
Volume
50
Pages
76 - 79
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