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15 msv ct scan cause cancer
Does CT kub Scan radiation dosage of 15msv cause cancer in future? Is it too high dose to damage d cells? Age 58 male.
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Dr. Ajeya N. Ukadgaonkar
Interventional Cardiologist
13 yrs exp
Aurangabad
A single exposure of 15 is nothing to worry about
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Dr. Sivabal V
Cardiologist
11 yrs exp
Thiruvananthapuram
The recommendation is not to exceed 50 msV per year . And average of 5 years should not exceed 20 msV. Please discuss with your radiologist if you are concerned about the radiation exposure as to look for alternatives like Ultrasound and MRI.
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