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Erschienen in: Pediatric Radiology 3/2015

01.09.2015 | Advances in Pediatric Neuroradiology

Update on radiation safety and dose reduction in pediatric neuroradiology

verfasst von: Mahadevappa Mahesh

Erschienen in: Pediatric Radiology | Sonderheft 3/2015

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Abstract

The number of medical X-ray imaging procedures is growing exponentially across the globe. Even though the overall benefit from medical X-ray imaging procedures far outweighs any associated risks, it is crucial to take all necessary steps to minimize radiation risks to children without jeopardizing image quality. Among the X-ray imaging studies, except for interventional fluoroscopy procedures, CT studies constitute higher dose and therefore draw considerable scrutiny. A number of technological advances have provided ways for better and safer CT imaging. This article provides an update on the radiation safety of patients and staff and discusses dose optimization in medical X-ray imaging within pediatric neuroradiology.
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Metadaten
Titel
Update on radiation safety and dose reduction in pediatric neuroradiology
verfasst von
Mahadevappa Mahesh
Publikationsdatum
01.09.2015
Verlag
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Erschienen in
Pediatric Radiology / Ausgabe Sonderheft 3/2015
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-015-3379-8

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