Wide-ranging variations are found among radiologists for making reports for radiology exams. But have you ever wondered what causes such variations and discrepancies? According to previous studies conducted at small institutions and single subspecialty divisions, radiologists’ experiences are associated with fewer recommendations for follow-ups. However, it is not clear how many variations are there, what […]
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Do Young Patients Face Cataract Risks from Head CTs?
Cataract risks associated with medical radiation among young patients, especially those coming from the neck and head CT scans, have been an issue of concern over the last few years. A number of studies have been conducted to determine cataract risks associated with repeated exposure to radiation from head CT scans. It has been argued […]
PET Brain Scans Help Connect the Dots between CTE, Tackle Football
According to a study published on April 11, 2019, in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM), PET brain scans of former NFL players with neuropsychiatric and cognitive symptoms showed a high level of tau than controls in the brain regions that get typically affected by chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE). The Background Chronic traumatic encephalopathy […]