Radiation dose reduction during venous access port implantation: the importance of upgrading equipment and radiation-protection training

ConclusionsUpgrading the fluoroscopy equipment and completing two dedicated training courses allowed for a drastic decrease patient exposure to ionizing radiation during venous access port implantation by non-radiologist practitioners.

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Source: Irish Journal of Medical Science - February 13, 2024 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research