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Effects of Radiation Exposure on the Developing Fetus Bibliography
Hannah Connolly, Janessa Gioia, Gillian Reid, Nadine Savoie, Suzanne Taylor
University of New Brunswick
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Effects of Radiation Exposure on the Developing Fetus Bibliography
Problem Statement
Pregnant women may be denied diagnostic and therapeutic radiation procedures because
physicians fear the radiation will cause harm to the developing fetus. Thus, fewer options are
available for improving the health of pregnant women when they require medical attention.
Understanding the effects of radiation on the developing fetus may help physicians better
counsel their patients on the risks involved. This education would allow for an informed decision
to be made on whether to proceed with radiation procedures.
Research Question
Are diagnostic and therapeutic radiation procedures harmful to the developing fetus?
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