CT radiation dose optimization and estimation: an update for radiologists.

Abstract:

:In keeping with the increasing utilization of CT examinations, the greater concern about radiation hazards from examinations has been addressed. In this regard, CT radiation dose optimization has been given a great deal of attention by radiologists, referring physicians, technologists, and physicists. Dose-saving strategies are continuously evolving in terms of imaging techniques as well as dose management. Consequently, regular updates of this issue are necessary especially for radiologists who play a pivotal role in this activity. This review article will provide an update on how we can optimize CT dose in order to maximize the benefit-to-risk ratio of this clinically useful diagnostic imaging method.

journal_name

Korean J Radiol

authors

Goo HW

doi

10.3348/kjr.2012.13.1.1

subject

Has Abstract

pub_date

2012-01-01 00:00:00

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1-11

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1

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1229-6929

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2005-8330

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13

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