Computed tomography in children: multicenter cohort study design for the evaluation of cancer risk

Eur J Epidemiol. 2011 Mar;26(3):249-50. doi: 10.1007/s10654-011-9549-6. Epub 2011 Feb 12.

Abstract

Exposure to ionizing radiation is a known risk factor for cancer. Cancer risk is highest after exposure in childhood. The computed tomography is the major contributor to the average, individual radiation exposure. Until now the association has been addressed only in statistical modeling. We present the first feasible study design on childhood cancer risk after exposure to computed tomography.

Publication types

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

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Cohort Studies
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Infant, Newborn
  • Neoplasms, Radiation-Induced / etiology*
  • Pilot Projects
  • Risk Assessment
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed / adverse effects*