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I had two pelvic/abdomen ct scans in one year. should i be concerned? it said two exposures per ct scan each at 15 msv.
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CT scan frequency: The National Guideline states 4 CT scans per year is the limit. You are bumping up against the limit with two exposures per CT procedure.
Answered 3/12/2020
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The increased: risk is minimal. But you can calculate it with an interactive tool at xrayrisk.com
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