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Keeping it safe: MRI site design, operations, and surveillance at an extended university health system
1Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Department of Radiology, Bronx, New York 10467, USA. mlipton@aecom.yu.edu
Abstract:
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) safety has attracted increasing attention both within the radiology community and in general. Although much of this attention has been spurred by high-profile accidents, the wide distribution of increasingly powerful MRI technology makes safety a paramount concern. While the ACR has sponsored an overarching policy statement regarding MRI safety (The ACR White Paper on MR Safety), and many articles have reported specific hazards and evaluated myriad devices, this paper describes in detail the practical implementation of safe MRI practice at a large medical center. The implementation focuses on 3 key areas: (1) site access restriction, (2) personnel management, and (3) equipment. In addition, a comprehensive and proactive program for MRI safety surveillance and preemptive action is presented. This last step is key to maintaining the effectiveness of an MRI safety program.
Insights
Implementing robust magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) safety protocols is crucial due to increasing technology power. This paper details practical safety measures including site access, personnel management, and equipment, alongside surveillance for effective MRI safety.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Medical Imaging Safety
Background:
- Growing adoption of powerful magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technology necessitates stringent safety measures.
- High-profile incidents have heightened awareness of MRI-related risks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the practical implementation of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) safety at a large medical center.
- To outline a comprehensive program for MRI safety surveillance and preemptive action.
Main Methods:
- Focus on three key implementation areas: site access restriction, personnel management, and equipment.
- Development of a proactive surveillance and preemptive action program for MRI safety.
Main Results:
- Successful implementation of a multi-faceted MRI safety program.
- Establishment of practical protocols for site access, personnel, and equipment management.
- A proactive surveillance system enhances ongoing MRI safety effectiveness.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive MRI safety programs require a focus on access control, personnel training, and equipment management.
- Proactive surveillance and preemptive actions are essential for sustained MRI safety.
- Effective MRI safety implementation is critical for patient and staff well-being in advanced imaging centers.
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