A standardised communication tool reduces radiation exposure associated with intraoperative fluoroscopy

ConclusionsImplementation of a standardised communication tool effectively reduced patient and staff radiation exposure. It was also believed to have a positive effect on theatre staff morale. Incorporating a universal language tool into training programmes could be beneficial. Surgeons and radiographers provided several suggestions to improve the effectiveness and implementation of this tool into other units.
Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research