Radiation exposure – how do CT scans for appendicitis compare between a free standing children’s hospital and non-dedicated pediatric facilities?

Upright Biplanar Slot Scanning in Pediatric Orthopedics: Applications, Advantages, and Artifacts

“…Reduction in cumulative radiation dose is an important consideration in pediatric orthopedics and can be achieved by using pediatric dosing techniques [15,16], substituting nonionizing imaging modalities such as MRI or ultrasound when appropriate [17,18], and limiting the number of images taken [19,20]. Additionally, lower doses can be achieved with advances in radiologic imaging technology, specifically through the use of biplanar slot scanners [21].…”

Radiation exposure from head computed tomography scans in pediatric trauma

“…In our prior report [18], we concluded that OH need to update their CT protocols or consider transfer to dedicated pediatric facilities for CT imaging of the abdomen and pelvis for suspected appendicitis due to a significant decrease in radiation emission and patient dose when imaged at our CH. At our dedicated CH, we strictly adhere to all Image Gently and As Low As Reasonably Achievable principles, and urged nonpediatric OH to follow the same guidelines [1e6].…”

“…Scanners should be adjusted appropriately for imaging in children to minimize radiation exposure. We have previously reported that children receive significantly less radiation exposure from CT scans for acute appendicitis when performed at our dedicated children's hospital (CH) rather than at outside hospitals (OH) [18]. The purpose of this study is to compare radiation emission from head CTs for trauma performed at OH with those at our dedicated CH.…”

Sensitivity of Abdominal Pain and Tenderness in Blunt Trauma

“…2 What constitutes an acceptable radiation exposure threshold, however, is unknown. 2 What constitutes an acceptable radiation exposure threshold, however, is unknown.…”

“…2 What constitutes an acceptable radiation exposure threshold, however, is unknown. [1][2] Other modalities exist to assess for IAI in the injured patient. [1][2] Other modalities exist to assess for IAI in the injured patient.…”