Improving Quality and Safety in the Endoscopy Unit (Virtual) | August 2023-ASGE radiation and fluoroscopy safety in GI endoscopy

ASGE radiation and fluoroscopy safety in GI endoscopy

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The article emphasizes the importance of radiation safety in gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures and discusses the lack of training and adherence to safety protocols. It highlights core concepts of radiation protection and provides recommendations to reduce radiation dose. The importance of personal protective equipment for healthcare professionals and special considerations for specific patient populations are also addressed. The article suggests paths forward, such as guidelines from professional societies and educational programs, to improve radiation safety in endoscopy. The use of technology like AI-incorporated fluoroscopy systems and alternative modalities like EUS and MRCP are also mentioned as potential ways to reduce radiation exposure in the future.

Keywords

radiation safety

gastrointestinal endoscopy

training

safety protocols

radiation protection

reducing radiation dose

personal protective equipment

healthcare professionals

patient populations

AI-incorporated fluoroscopy systems