Many radiology residents spend only a few months on rotations in pediatric radiology,
and important topics do not get the attention they deserve. Yet there are crucial
differences between the radiology of adults and children that every resident needs
to learn about. Those who may be called on to care for infants and children need to
understand how to approach the challenges younger patients can present. This article
provides an overview of the pediatric patient's experience.
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Publication history
Published online: October 16, 2015
Accepted:
September 11,
2015
Received in revised form:
August 30,
2015
Received:
August 30,
2015
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