Early repeat computed tomographic imaging in transferred trauma and neurosurgical patients: Incidence, indications and impact

ConclusionRepeat CT scans for patients already imaged prior to transfer were relatively common, occurring mostly for apparently valid clinical reasons. However, the additional radiation risk and financial cost of these repeat scans appeared on retrospective audit to be potentially avoidable in approximately one in five cases.

Source: Australasian Radiology - February 5, 2018 Category: Radiology Authors: Penni Blazak, Craig Hacking, Jeffrey Presneill, Michael Reade Tags: Medical Imaging —Original Article Source Type: research