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CT scan does more harm than good in children

CT scan does more harm than good in children

In children, CT scans have more downsides than benefits. Often, no extra information is obtained and non-radiation alternatives are equally suitable. This conclusion was presented by surgeon David Nellensteijn, who defended his thesis ‘Paediatric abdominal injury: Initial treatment and diagnostics’ on April 1st, 2015, at the university of Groningen. Continue reading

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