In recent years, there has been a rapid increase in the number of CT scans performed, both
in the US and the UK, which has fuelled concern about the long-term consequences of these …

Purpose: This technology assessment addresses the optimal use of imaging in the
evaluation and treatment of patients with suspected or documented ureteral stones …

Purpose: To estimate cumulative radiation exposure and lifetime attributable risk (LAR) of
radiation-induced cancer from computed tomographic (CT) scanning of adult patients at a …

Purpose To identify nationwide trends and factors associated with the use of computed
tomography (CT) in the emergency department (ED). Materials and Methods This study was …

OBJECTIVE. The purpose of our study was to compare a low-dose abdominal CT protocol,
delivering a dose of radiation close to the dose delivered by abdominal radiography, with …

Purpose To analyze the quantitative and qualitative image quality of low-dose CT scans of
the abdomen on a novel photon-counting detector CT (PCD-CT) in comparison with a …

Abstract Low dose (< 3 mSv) noncontrast CT (NCCT) is the imaging study of choice for
accurate evaluation of patients with acute onset of flank pain and suspicion of stone disease …

Purpose We review the current literature on the diagnostic evaluation and dietary and
pharmacological management of children with nephrolithiasis. Materials and Methods We …

OBJECTIVE. The purpose of our study was to define a conservative estimate of the number
of patients undergoing repeat or multiple emergency department CT studies and to quantify …

OBJECTIVE. The purpose of this article is to use clinical scenarios to explore aspects of
ionizing radiation imparted to patients undergoing CT examinations. Examination …