How long to wait for CT angiography

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Doctor has advised me CT coronary angiography. But i have got myself CT chest, CT head, MRI neck amd few x chest xray in last few 4-5 months. Is it safe to go for CT coronary angiography now or how long should i wait to go for it keeping in mind i had all those scans in last few months? Especially when i have to get it done by a govt hospital? What are the chances of negative effects of radiation

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Dr. Abhinav Chhabra Cardiologist 12 yrs exp New Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Abhinav Chhabra

Cardiologist 12 yrs exp New Delhi

If the risk factors are there & doctor has advised Than you should go for ct coronary angiography

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