RESTON, Va., April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The theoretical radiation risk proposed by Smith-Bindman, et al, is consistent with prior statistical modeling studies that are not based on actual patient outcomes. The National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurement has reported that even with increased CT use, advances in technology and imaging protocol optimization have reduced population radiation burden (medical radiation dose per capita/person). There are no published studies directly linking CT scans (even multiple CT scans) to cancer. Americans should not forgo necessary, life-saving medical imaging and continue to discuss the benefits and risks of these exams with their healthcare providers.
Medical imaging exams – including CT – are…