Table II.
Radiation dose associated with CT imaging
| CT scan | Mean ED (mSv) | Mean DLP (mGy cm2) | Maximum DLP (mGy cm2) | Minimum DLP (mGy cm2) | Number of cases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low-dose CT (hip protocol) | 3.04 | 416.76 | 772 | 129 | 21 |
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