CT scans

I used to work for R&D and we were trying to develop an assay that would specifically detect cancer cells. It costs a lot of money and energy to qualify a test let alone a machine. That is why I'm not amazed at how expensive CT scanners are. If a person really needs the procedure done and if it will help in early determination, than I am all for it. However, if a doctor just prescribes CT scans to make money and pay off the machine then that is unethical. I agree with everyone, it all boils down to how people perceived their risks and benefits. Everyday someone is trying to make a machine that would give off less radiation.

I think new technology is improving long term health. For instance, the company that I am working at is trying to use this new machine that can count cancer cells in blood. If the machine can detect how many cancer cells are in a person or left in a person, doctors will know how to treat the patient.

There should always be alternatives. The patient should be told the about the benefits and risks before deciding on a treatment plan.

I will fee safe receiving these treatments because most are evidence based and have been tested to reduce minimal side effects.