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FDA finds new cases of CT radiation overexposure

Dec 6, 2009

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said today that it has found additional cases of radiation overexposure related to CT brain perfusion scans. The new cases occurred at hospitals besides Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and involve more than one CT manufacturer.

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