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    Revista Interamericana De Radiologia
    |July 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    The Nationwide Evaluation of X-ray Trends (NEXT) study provides average radiation exposure values for common radiologic examinations. These Entrance Skin Exposure Guides (ESEG) help identify departments needing to reduce patient radiation exposure.

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    Area of Science:

    • Radiologic Technology
    • Medical Imaging
    • Radiation Safety

    Background:

    • Maximum exposure limits for radiologic examinations are not universally established.
    • Variability in patient radiation exposure exists across different facilities.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To present average radiation exposure values for selected radiologic examinations.
    • To establish Entrance Skin Exposure Guides (ESEG) based on nationwide data.
    • To provide a benchmark for x-ray departments to assess their performance.

    Main Methods:

    • The study utilized data from the Nationwide Evaluation of X-ray Trends (NEXT) program.
    • Average values were determined for ten selected radiologic examinations.
    • Entrance Skin Exposure Guides (ESEG) were derived from the NEXT study data.

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    Main Results:

    • Average radiation exposure values for ten common radiologic examinations were determined.
    • Entrance Skin Exposure Guides (ESEG) were established as a result of the NEXT study.
    • The NEXT study provides a benchmark for assessing departmental radiation exposure levels.

    Conclusions:

    • The NEXT study and its derived ESEG serve as a guide for x-ray departments.
    • Facilities exceeding ESEG recommendations should implement measures to reduce patient exposure.
    • Adherence to ESEG can contribute to improved radiation safety in diagnostic imaging.