Computed tomography utilization and radiation risk in the elderly: Let us not downplay frequent imaging

Grace Pham; Sophia Hahjean Kim; Madan M. Rehani

doi:10.1093/bjr/tqag051

March 2, 2026British Journal of Radiology

Computed tomography utilization and radiation risk in the elderly: Let us not downplay frequent imaging

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Key Points

The aim is to evaluate the projected increase in computed tomography utilization among elderly patients and associated radiation risks.
Projected analysis of CT utilization rates among the elderly
Consideration of radiation safety issues
Evaluation of trends leading to increased imaging frequency
CT utilization among elderly patients is expected to reach two-thirds of all CTs by 2035
Increased imaging raises concerns about cumulative radiation exposure
Emphasis on the necessity for careful radiation safety measures for this age group

Implication

CT utilization predicts high radiation risk in the elderly population, suggesting safety considerations are crucial.

Abstract

CT utilization among elderly patients is projected to reach two-thirds of all CTs by 2035, underscoring that radiation safety considerations for the elderly should not be neglected.

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Pham et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69a7cd9dd48f933b5eeda1c6 https://doi.org/10.1093/bjr/tqag051

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Computed tomography utilization and radiation risk in the elderly: Let us not downplay frequent imaging

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Computed tomography utilization and radiation risk in the elderly: Let us not downplay frequent imaging

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