• Can a 9 year old have a CT scan?

My 9 year old daughter might have an inflamed appendix. Our doctor recommended a CT scan for her. Can a 9 year old have a CT scan?

3 Answers

  • Radiologist
  • Racine, WI

yes

  • Pediatrician
  • Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Yes. This is a common procedure even on younger children to rule out appendicitis. It does have a significant amount of radiation and should not be done repetitively unless necessary.

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