Diagnostic Performance of Low-Dose CT for Acute Abdominal Conditions

The goal of this non-inferiority observational study is to assess the diagnostic performance of low-dose CT with deep learning image reconstruction (DLIR) in adult participants with acute abdominal conditions. The main research question is:• Can low-dose CT with DLIR achieve the same diagnostic performance as standard CT for the diagnosis of acute abdominal conditions.Participants will be examined with an additional low-dose CT directly after the standard CT. Participant will be their own controls.

Inclusion Criteria:Patients under evaluation for an acute abdominal condition who are referred to CT of the abdomen and pelvis.Age >18 yearsThe patients must be able to give their oral and written consent to study participation.Exclusion Criteria:Contraindications regarding contrast enhanced CT examinations like known iodinated contrast media adverse reactions or claustrophobia.Pregnancy.