Whole-body computed tomography screening: looking for trouble?

Med J Aust. 2004 Sep 20;181(6):295-6. doi: 10.5694/j.1326-5377.2004.tb06291.x.

Abstract

The benefits of whole-body CT screening need to be carefully weighed against the risks.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study
  • Editorial
  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mass Screening / adverse effects
  • Mass Screening / standards
  • New South Wales
  • Risk Assessment
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / adverse effects
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / standards*
  • Unnecessary Procedures*
  • Whole-Body Counting / methods*
  • Whole-Body Counting / standards