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Frequency and dose data for the main CT examinations in terms of frequency and dose
| Number of procedures/1000 population | Effective dose (mSv)/examination | Effective dose/caput (mSv) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full abdomen |
19.7 |
11.7 |
0.230 |
| Chest |
13.1 |
5.4 |
0.708 |
| Cerebrum |
10.8 |
2.14 |
0.231 |
| CT angiography | 2.49 | 39 | 0.973 |
