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[Radiation exposure in radiological clinics. General remarks]
1Department of Radiology, School of Medicine, University of Osaka.
Summary
Recent developments in interventional radiology (IVR) highlight radiation injury risks. New guidelines emphasize patient consent, standardized protocols for radiation dose calculation, and patient follow-up for doses exceeding 3 Gy.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Physics
- Radiation Safety
Context:
- Interventional radiology (IVR) procedures have increased, raising concerns about radiation exposure.
- Patient skin injuries and interventionist lens injuries are emerging issues.
- International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) Publication 85 addresses these concerns.
Purpose:
- To outline recommendations for avoiding radiation injuries in medical interventional procedures.
- To establish guidelines for informed consent, dose calculation, and patient monitoring.
- To provide a framework for managing radiation risks in IVR.
Summary:
- ICRP Publication 85 recommends explaining radiation risks to patients before IVR (informed consent).
- Standardized protocols for imaging and fluoroscopy time are needed to calculate radiation doses.
- Recording skin doses exceeding 3 Gy and patient follow-up are crucial for managing radiation injuries.
Impact:
- Promotes patient safety in interventional radiology.
- Aids in the development of standardized radiation safety protocols.
- Enhances the management and prevention of radiation-induced injuries in medical procedures.