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Review
. 2014 Mar;11(3):292-9.
doi: 10.1016/j.jacr.2013.10.011.

Practical strategies to reduce pediatric CT radiation dose

Thomas R Nelson  1
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Practical strategies to reduce pediatric CT radiation dose

Thomas R Nelson. J Am Coll Radiol. 2014 Mar.

Abstract

The objective of this article is to provide a brief review of CT scanning radiation sensitivity in children and explain CT scan parameters that affect radiation dose. We discuss key factors influencing radiation dose and study quality and how these factors can be used to optimize scan protocols with the goal of reducing pediatric CT radiation dose without compromising diagnostic quality. Finally, we provide some practical tips for reducing radiation doses to children.

Keywords: CT; Pediatric; automatic exposure control; dose; dose reduction; protocol optimization; radiation.

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