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Changes in CT service.

J Marsh·T Hoffman
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In summary, there has been a considerable change in the CT marketplace over the last six years. Some of these changes have definitely been an advantage to the patient and healthcare provider. Other changes may appear to be progress but, in reality, are a regression. Prior to committing significant expenditures for equipment or service, shop around for the company that best meets your needs. If you are unsure of your exact requirements or the implications of what you are hearing, ask an expert. These decisions involve considerable money and cannot be changed for a long time.

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J Marsh, T Hoffman. 1987. Changes in CT service.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10312261/

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