I believe many people have experienced CT scans. Through examination, we can have a clearer understanding of our physical condition. After completing a CT scan, women who find themselves pregnant may worry about whether it will affect their unborn baby. Some people say that having a CT scan during pregnancy can lead to a decrease in the baby's intelligence. Is this true? What should I do if I find out I'm pregnant after CT scan today?
The first thing to answer is that some people say that CT scans are very harmful to the unborn baby, but this is actually a rumor. Relevant studies in the United States have shown that during pregnancy, a CT scan has very little impact on the pregnant woman and the fetus. Because the dose used for CT scans is extremely low, it will not have a significant impact on the fetus, so women can rest assured.
Although the dose of CT examination is not high, it is worth noting that the radiation dose below 100mGy during pregnancy has little effect on the intelligence of the fetus. However, once the radiation dose exceeds 1000mGy, the probability of intellectual disability in the fetus will greatly increase. Therefore, in a short period of one year, pregnant women should undergo a large number of CT examinations, which has a great impact on the baby.
During pregnancy, CT scans can indeed have an impact on the baby. If conditions permit, it is recommended to replace CT scans with ultrasound or magnetic resonance imaging to minimize harm. If necessary, it is also important to avoid the abdomen, especially direct radiation, and reduce the radiation range to minimize damage. In addition, you can also go to large hospitals and use advanced radiation devices.
