The Image Wisely campaign, introduced this week at the RSNA meeting, may lead to more review of medical radiation protocols and better sharing of standards on proper radiation doses, as well as more frequent accreditation of imaging facilities, according to an expert panel at a Thursday radiology meeting.
The average American’s total radiation exposure has increased in recent years because of increased use of imaging tests, particularly CT scans. As too much radiation can cause cancer, the increased use has raised questions about patient safety.
Read the MSNBC report on the Image Wisely campaign.
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