X-ray computed tomography
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X-Ray Computerized Tomography is defined as "tomography using x-ray transmission and a computer algorithm to reconstruct the image."[1]
Classification
Newer types of X-ray computerized tomography
- Spiral CT
- Cone CT
Adverse effects
It is estimated that computed tomography may be contributing to cancer.[2]
References
- ↑ National Library of Medicine. Tomography, X-Ray Computed. Retrieved on 2007-12-09.
- ↑ Brenner DJ, Hall EJ (2007). "Computed tomography--an increasing source of radiation exposure". N. Engl. J. Med. 357 (22): 2277–84. DOI:10.1056/NEJMra072149. PMID 18046031. Research Blogging.