Computed tomography (CT) scan is a pivotal tool in 
pediatric emergency medicine.Prolonged or 
excessive exposure to radiation from multiple CT scans can 
significantly elevate the risk of developing cancer and other 
long-term health complications (1).Due to their smaller size, 
developing organs and tissue with a higher cell proliferation 
rate and the more radiosensitive compared to adults, 
pediatrics are at a heightened susceptibility to the radiation 
associated risks, the pediatric population is more susceptible 
to the detrimental effects of radiation (1,2,9).Traditionally, CT scans have been chosen as the 
predominant choice among advanced imaging modalities 
in the emergency department (PED) realm due to their 
rapidity, precision, and widespread availability (1,5).According to Larson [2011] from 1995 to 2008 there 
has been an increase in CT use among children visiting 
emergency departments despite the relatively similar 
number of visits with the records showing that 89.4% took 
place at non-pediatric-focused facilities while 10.6% in 
pediatric emergency department (PED) raising the concern 
of overuse and the long-term radiation induced harm (7).It offers rapid, precise 
diagnosis and insight into various medical conditions, aiding 
healthcare providers in making informed decisions for 
effective treatment strategies (1-4).Because despite their undeniable benefits, CT scans 
also present inherent risks, notably concerning radiation 
exposure, especially concerning pediatric patients due to 
early childhood exposure (1,2,8).Consequently, medical 
professionals must use instruments such as CT with great 
care due to the potential risks associated with radiation 
exposure (1,2).Also, 
newer versions scan faster making the scan time from few 
seconds to few minutes thus reducing the need for sedation 
avoiding their side effect (1,5,6).