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Most medical radiation incidents happen because of human error.
In some cases, it’s purely accidental. Other times, it’s when standard procedures are not completely followed because there are other ways perceived to be more efficient and fast.
To minimise the risk of radiation exposure and its associated stochastic effects, radiologists and other healthcare professionals follow strict radiation protection guidelines and employ safety measures.
Princess Alexandra Hospital Isotope Department recognized the need to improve the visibility of radiation use and doses in sites that were infrequently visited by the Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) due to geographical constraints.
Princess Alexandra Hospital PET Imaging Department recognized the need to improve the visibility of radiation use to reduce risk and increase assurance for staff working with imaging equipment and within the administration team.
Radiation therapy or radiotherapy uses radiation to kill cancer cells. In 1896, the first successful radiotherapy for cancer took place.
Many IR procedures use X-rays or fluoroscopy, exposing both patient and staff to radiation. Some use very little radiation and more for complex procedures.
Did you know that X-rays were discovered by accident? It all began with physicist Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen on November 8, 1895.