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Duplicate CT scans: impact on management, radiation exposure, and charges.
| Patients receiving duplicate CT scans (n=38) | |
|---|---|
| Change in patient management | 16 (42%) |
| Radiation dose for duplicate studies, mSv, median (IQR) | 10.2 (6.6 – 15.7)* |
| Billing charges, median (IQR) | $1,901 ($1,901 - $3,800)* |
IQR, interquartile range
Data is for first 21 patients with duplicate scans
