Covid when to get CT scan done
Unnecessary use of CT scan chest in COVID-19 causes high radiation exposure, can be harmful
In early days it can a give false sense of security if it's clear. Best used after 6-7 days if chest symptoms persist Or if symptoms +ve, RTPCR -ve more
In early days it can a give false sense of security if it's clear. Best used after 6-7 days if chest symptoms persist Or if symptoms +ve, RTPCR -ve more
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Very true, but doctors are these days prescribing the Tests based on symptoms and also on case experiences, where patients who may show few signs, but end up with major lung damage. So it's a catch 22 situation. Radiation hazards vs lung damage. Think it's best left to your Doctor to decide if yours is an early rt-pcr case or not. more
May 05
Yes that should be a point of check on the Hospitals waiting for a long time to use C.T.Scan that could make the aptients side overconfident and the hospital staff complacent. WILL THE HOSPITAL ALSO NOT HAVE FEAR , INCASE SOMETHING UNTOWARD HAPPENES. more
May 04
