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Recurrent CT, Cumulative Radiation Exposure, and Associated Radiation-induced Cancer Risks from CT of Adults
Radiology · 2009 · Vol. 251(1) · pp. 175–184
Aaron D. Sodickson✉(Brigham and Women's Hospital)Pieter F. Baeyens(Harvard University)Katherine P. Andriole(Brigham and Women's Hospital)Luciano M. Prevedello(Harvard University)Richard D. Nawfel(Harvard University)Richard W. Hanson(Brigham and Women's Hospital)Ramin Khorasani(Brigham and Women's Hospital)
Abstract
Cumulative CT radiation exposure added incrementally to baseline cancer risk in the cohort. While most patients accrue low radiation-induced cancer risks, a subgroup is potentially at higher risk due to recurrent CT imaging.
Radiation Dose and ImagingAdvanced X-ray and CT ImagingRadiology practices and educationMedicineCumulative incidenceCohortCancerNuclear medicineCumulative doseIonizing radiationIncidence (geometry)Cancer incidenceMalignancy
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AdolescentAdultAgedAged, 80 and overBody BurdenChildChild, PreschoolComputer SimulationFemaleHumansInfantInfant, NewbornMaleMassachusettsMiddle Aged
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