Head CT Scan Use Has Doubled In U.S. ERs

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Key Takeaways

  • Use of head CT scans in U.S. ERs more than doubled in recent years

  • Nearly 16 million CT scans were ordered in 2022, representing one in every 10 ER visits

  • This raises concerns over cost, treatment delays and risks of radiation exposure

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