A CT scan of the man's chest revealed nodules ... may cause persistent hiccups by triggering inflammation that irritates the phrenic nerve, which sends motor signals to the diaphragm.

A recent study in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals that CT scans, while vital for diagnosis, may elevate cancer risk due to radiation exposure. With CT scan usage up 30% since 2007, experts estimate ...

A new analysis estimates that more than 100,000 cancer cases per year could be caused by radiation from CT scans. In some cases, the information provided by a CT scan could also be obtained from ...

There are, however, some major issues with the media reports. Although CT scans can and sometimes do cause cancer in patients, the reality is that you probably aren’t in much danger when you go ...

A hot potato: A new study from UC San Francisco is raising alarms about the widespread use of computed tomography (CT) scans in the United States, warning that the technology may be responsible ...

A new study has set off alarm bells, attributing the overuse of computed tomography – or CT – scans to around 5% of new cancer diagnoses annually. Since 2007, this imaging technology has seen ...

Computer tomography scans, or CT scans, are an invaluable tool for diagnosing cancer and other conditions. But in a cruel twist, the medical imaging technique may be more harmful than once thought ...

A recent US study raises concerns about the increasing use of CT scans in India, potentially leading to a rise in radiation-induced cancers. Experts emphasize the need for judicious use of CT ...

Computed tomography (CT) scans have revolutionized modern medicine, allowing healthcare providers to see inside the human body with remarkable clarity without invasive procedures. These diagnostic ...

The Radiology Welfare Association India urges strict enforcement of the PNDT Act, citing MRI and CT scans as tools for illegal sex determination in Punjab. The Radiology Welfare Association India ...

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