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Did a two chest ct scan together

2025-01-06 13:30:17
What are the risks of developing cancer from 2 chest ct scan done one after the another and what would be the radiation dose
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According to Benefit vs Risk ratio ,dose will be smalll
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CT scans done only, whenever nessary
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Don't go for CT scan without doctor advice

Answered2025-01-07 11:48:47

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