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Area of Science:

  • Medical Physics
  • Radiological Health
  • Healthcare Quality Management

Background:

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital operates a large fluoroscopy service.
  • A comprehensive quality management program is in place to minimize radiation exposure.
  • Regulatory bodies like the FDA have issued advisories concerning radiation safety in fluoroscopically guided procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the development and parameters of an enhanced fluoroscopic safety program.
  • To ensure patient and personnel safety from excessive radiation doses.
  • To implement formal credentialing and safety requirements for fluoroscopy users.

Main Methods:

  • Expansion of an existing fluoroscopic safety course.
  • Introduction of a formal credentialing and safety requirement.
  • Implementation of specific program parameters to manage radiation exposure.

Main Results:

  • Establishment of a more formal credentialing and safety requirement for fluoroscopic procedures.
  • Integration of enhanced safety protocols into the hospital's quality management program.
  • Proactive measures to mitigate risks associated with fluoroscopy.

Conclusions:

  • The enhanced program aims to improve radiation safety standards in fluoroscopy.
  • Formal credentialing and training are crucial for minimizing radiation risks.
  • The hospital demonstrates a commitment to patient and personnel well-being through robust safety management.