Kids' CT surge in ER raises radiation concerns

Tuesday, April 5, 2011 - 09:30 in Health & Medicine

Soaring numbers of kids are getting CT scans in emergency rooms in the United States, a study found, raising concerns some may be exposed to adult-sized radiation doses and potential risks for cancer down the road.

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