Study Links CT Scans to 100,000 New Cancers in the US
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A study estimates that the widespread use of CT scans in the US in 2023 could lead to approximately 103,000 new cancer cases over the lifetime of those exposed, highlighting the need to balance the diagnostic benefits of CT imaging with its potential long-term cancer risks, especially in children and frequent users.
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