Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Radiation safety

J M Benson

    The Journal of Family Practice
    |September 1, 1982
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Patient anxiety about radiation safety is common. However, diagnostic radiation risks are minimal compared to benefits and daily hazards, especially with proper safety measures.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Adhesion-Lubrication Paradox of Articular Cartilage.

    Langmuir : the ACS journal of surfaces and colloids·2024
    Same author

    The modes and competing rates of cartilage fluid loss and recovery.

    Acta biomaterialia·2021
    Same author

    Range-of-motion affects cartilage fluid load support: functional implications for prolonged inactivity.

    Osteoarthritis and cartilage·2020
    Same author

    INDOLE-3-CARBINOL EXERTS SEX-SPECIFIC EFFECTS IN MURINE COLITIS.

    European journal of inflammation·2020
    Same author

    Transcription factor C/EBP-β induces tumor-suppressor phosphatase PHLPP2 through repression of the miR-17-92 cluster in differentiating AML cells.

    Cell death and differentiation·2016
    Same author

    Florida Red Tide: Inhalation Toxicity of <i>Karenia brevis</i> Extract in Rats.

    Harmful algae 2002 : proceedings of the Xth International Conference on Harmful Algae, St. Pete Beach, Florida, USA, October 21-25, 2002. International Conference on Harmful Algae (10th : 2002 : St. Pete Beach, Florida)·2015
    Same journal

    Does taking BP medicine at night (vs morning) result in fewer cardiovascular events?

    The Journal of family practice·2023
    Same journal

    Preventing RSV in children and adults: A vaccine update.

    The Journal of family practice·2023
    Same journal

    Essential oils: How safe? How effective?

    The Journal of family practice·2023
    Same journal

    51-year-old woman • History of Graves disease • General fatigue, palpitations, and hand tremors • Dx?

    The Journal of family practice·2023
    Same journal

    Renewing the dream.

    The Journal of family practice·2023
    Same journal

    55-year-old woman • Myalgias and progressive symmetrical proximal weakness • History of unilateral renal agenesis, type 2 diabetes, and hyperlipidemia • Dx?

    The Journal of family practice·2023
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Radiological Health
    • Medical Physics
    • Patient Safety

    Background:

    • Patient concerns regarding radiation safety are increasing due to a lack of understanding about ionizing radiation.
    • The average individual in the U.S. receives significant radiation exposure annually from both natural and man-made sources.
    • X-ray procedures constitute a major source of man-made radiation exposure.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To address patient anxiety surrounding radiation exposure from medical imaging.
    • To contextualize the risks associated with diagnostic radiation in comparison to its benefits and other common hazards.
    • To emphasize the importance of radiation safety protocols and physician discretion in minimizing patient dose.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing data on background and man-made radiation exposure.

    Related Experiment Videos

  • Analysis of the contribution of diagnostic X-rays to overall radiation dose.
  • Comparison of medical radiation risks with other daily life risks.

    • Main Results:

    • Diagnostic radiation, when used appropriately, has not been shown to cause harmful effects.
    • The risks associated with medical radiation are generally small compared to everyday hazards.
    • High-dose radiation can lead to serious health issues like leukemia and thyroid cancer.

    Conclusions:

    • Medical radiation risks are typically outweighed by diagnostic benefits.
    • Implementing rigorous radiographic safety techniques minimizes patient radiation dose.
    • Physician judgment in ordering X-rays is crucial for ensuring optimal patient safety and minimal exposure.