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Computed tomography radiation doses for common computed tomography examinations: a nationwide dose survey in United Arab Emirates.
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- Establishment of Diagnostic Reference Levels in Cone Beam Computed Tomography Scans in the United Arab Emirates.Tomography (Ann Arbor, Mich.) · 2022Article
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Abstract
objectivesComputed tomography (CT) scanning is an essential part of diagnostic and treatment plans, providing swift and accurate diagnostic images. The aim of this study is to develop diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) for the adult common CT examination in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
methodsThis study presents results of the survey of CT dose indices. The data were collected from 91% of the scanners registered at the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) for five common examinations: head, chest, and abdomen-pelvis with and without CM.
resultsCT dose index, dose-length product, and patient weight were analyzed; the reference dose was calculated on the 75th percentile, and an achievable dose was proposed from the median value. The results were compared with the UAE initial National Dose Report as well as the international reports. The proposed dose for CTDI
conclusionsThe results show low dose variations between the MOHAP scanners. The data also revealed CTDI
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