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Mom of a 3 yr 11 m old child4 years ago

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I am 4 months pregnant woman. RTPCR test was positive a week ago. SpO2 level is 99%.other vitals are stable. I have advised home quarantine. Dr did HRCT lungs with abdominal shield on the very first day of RTPCR test result, score was 0. is HRCT safe during pregnancy? I am very much worried, plz guide me.

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ExpertDr.Sabiha AnjumObstetrician and Gynaecologist4 years ago

A. Although hrct does give exposure to the baby,they do use lead apron to avoid it. Chances of anomalies are less,still the ultrasound scan done from a fetal medicine specialist

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Author of questionMom of a 3 yr 11 m old child4 years ago

A. @pooja I read the same on Google. but there's no specific explanation mentioned so very much worried.

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy4 years ago

A. CT risks during pregnancy. If the abdomen or pelvis is not being imaged, such as in chest or head CT, there is no risk to the baby from radiation.

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