New CT Scan Technique Could Mean Fewer X-Rays for Patients
This could cut your radiation exposure from medical scans by up to 50%.
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- The new method could reduce radiation from CT scans by using math to fill in missing data from a single scan.
- It was tested on multiple patients and worked well, suggesting it could be used widely.
- It's still in the research phase and not yet available in hospitals.
Why It Matters
Safer CT scans could mean less radiation exposure for patients, reducing long-term health risks.