The Impact of the Environment on Pediatric Patients During Computed Tomography Exams: Experience from a Tertiary Center.

ABSTRACT: Aim: To assess the impact of the environment on the attitude and mood of pediatric patients undergoing computed tomography (CT) scans at our pediatric clinic within the colorful setting of a dedicated CT scan room. Background: In pediatric healthcare, interventions must address the specific needs of both children and their parents. While medical imaging is essential for diagnosis and management, it can cause stress and anxiety in children, potentially affecting cooperation and diagnostic quality. Creating a supportive, child-friendly environment can alleviate these challenges and improve the likelihood of successful imaging outcomes. Method: This retrospective quantitative study investigated the phenomenological experience of pediatric patients (aged 0-18) who underwen

SUBMITTER: Triggiani S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12524014 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature