Does the radiation involved with CT scans pose a health risk?

Does the radiation involved with CT scans pose a health risk?

Kenneth W. Chin (M.D., F.A.C.R.) gives expert video advice on: What is a CT scan used for?; Does the radiation involved with CT scans pose a health risk?; Is a CT scan done differently on children? and more...

CT scanning does involve the use of radiation, x-rays. So there is a potential that there can be health risks. But CT scans that are performed in modern day equipment are controlled in a fashion that limits the amount of radiation that is emitted.