Uso y abuso de tomografías computarizadas (TC) de Senos Paranasales en pacientes adultos que acuden al servicio de Consulta Externa del hospital Manuel Ygnacio Monteros -IESS-LOJA, durante el periodo agosto 2017 enero 2018

Abstract

Abstract:The advent of computed tomography (CT) has revolutionized radiological medical practice, facilitating more precise decision making to establish diagnoses; increasing its use exponentially since its inception. (Motta-Ramírez et al., 2011). By its nature, CT implies higher radiation doses than x-ray imaging procedures, and its use involves higher health costs. In the practice of otolaryngology it is a resource used to assess the sinuses, providing valuable information for the treatment of patients; However, in some conditions the imaging study is not necessary, so it is necessary to recognize the indications for ordering this test because it includes unnecessary risks for patients.