X-ray computed tomography

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X-Ray computerized tomography is a type of computed tomography and 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

The risk associated with a CT scan (the increased risk of cancer associated with the radiation doses) is extremely low for any one person. However, given the increasing number of CT scans being obtained, the increasing exposure to radiation in the population may be a public health issue in the future. [2]

References

  1. ↑ National Library of Medicine. Tomography, X-Ray Computed. Retrieved on 2007-12-09.
  2. ↑ Brenner DJ, Hall EJ (2007). "Computed tomography--an increasing source of radiation exposure". N Engl J Med 357: 2277–84. DOI:10.1056/NEJMra072149. PMID 18046031. Research Blogging.
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