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I got a orbit ct scan today (around the eye), is there risk involved with ct scan?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: There is no significant risk. There is likely much more risk in not getting one. This impairs the doctor's ability to determine what is going on.

Dr Jackson agreed

Answered 3/12/2020

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