Operating room radiation safety measures: Awareness, compliance, and perceived risks among nurses and other healthcare workers.

Aim: This study evaluates and compares nurses' and other healthcare workers' awareness of and compliance with radiation protection measures in operating rooms and their perceived susceptibility to occupational illness due to radiation exposure.

Background: Compliance with radiation safety measures minimises occupational radiation exposure risks. Understanding the role of perceived susceptibility to occupational illness in motivating compliance and awareness can enhance safety interventions.

Evaluation of emergency nurses' knowledge of medical response in nuclear and radiological emergencies : a cross-sectional study.

Background: Evaluating emergency room nurses' knowledge of radiation protection, health effects, and decontamination procedures is crucial for preparedness in nuclear and radiological emergencies. This study aims to evaluate the level of knowledge among emergency nurses in Saudi Arabia regarding medical responses to nuclear and radiological emergencies.

Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional study was conducted via a self-structured questionnaire with 15 true‒false questions divided into three domains, namely, radiation protection measures, radiation health effects, and decontamination procedures, each with five items and a possible score of 1 point per correct answer.

Evaluating Saudi Arabian nurses' willingness to respond to nuclear and radiological disasters.

Aim: We evaluated Saudi Arabian nurses' willingness to engage in nuclear and radiological disaster response.

Background: In the face of rising nuclear and radiological threats, it is essential that nurses are fully prepared to handle the health consequences of such emergencies. As frontline responders, nurses play a critical role in managing high-stakes situations, making their readiness a key factor in ensuring public safety during these crises.

Outcomes of children treated for relapsed or refractory acute lymphoblastic leukemia: A single tertiary care center experience.

Background: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) is one of the most common malignancies among children. Despite success in frontline treatment, 20% of children will relapse or show resistance to treatment.

Aim: The aim of this study is to evaluate the clinical characteristics of children diagnosed and treated for refractory or relapsed ALL and determine 3-year overall survival (OS) outcomes.

Normal sonographic measurements for kidney dimensions in Saudi adult population: A cross-sectional prospective study.

Background: The use of ultrasound-based measurements to determine renal size has proven valuable in the diagnosis of renal function and associated disorders. The dimensions of the abdominal organs are affected by an individual's body age, height, sex, and weight. The objective of this study was to establish the standard sonographic parameters for renal dimensions and to determine the correlation between body measurements and renal dimensions in a population of healthy adults residing in Jazan City, Saudi Arabia.

Assessment of awareness on consumption of irradiated foods among Saudi population using a validated psychometric scale.

Despite the application of food irradiation for enhancing food safety, many consumers lack an understanding of its fundamental principles, often misinterpreting the information and exhibiting negative perceptions toward foods treated with ionizing radiation. This study focuses on evaluating public awareness regarding the consumption of irradiated food within Saudi Arabia, utilizing the Awareness Scale on Consumption of Irradiated Foods (ASCIF), a developed and validated tool. The ASCIF encompasses four constructs: concepts, awareness, labeling, and safety concerning irradiated foods.

Radiologists' and Radiographers' Perspectives on Artificial Intelligence in Medical Imaging in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Artificial intelligence (AI) in medical imaging rapidly expands regarding image processing and interpretation. Therefore, the aim was to explore radiographers' and radiologists' perceptions and attitudes towards AI use in medical imaging technologies in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: The survey was distributed online, and responses were collected from 173 participants nationwide.

Natural Radioactivity of Granitic Rocks and Their Health Risk around Ingesana Mountains, Sudan.

This work was carried out mainly to analyze radioactive elements 40 K, 232 Th, and 226 Ra and non-radioactive elements in some granitic rocks and study their health risk for humans and non-humans. Radioisotope activity was evaluated using a high-purity germanium (HPGe) detector, and various radiological hazard indices were calculated. We also measured some non-radioactive elements using x-ray fluorescence analysis and performed Pearson correlation analysis to examine the relationships between the radionuclides and the non-radioactive elements.

Evaluation of the Knowledge of the Most Common Cancers Among Health Students at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Cancer is a major public health problem worldwide, and medical students are expected to have adequate knowledge and awareness of the most common types of cancer. This study aimed to assess the cancer knowledge of medical students at Jazan University, Saudi Arabia, focusing on breast cancer (BC), prostate cancer (PC), cervical cancer (CC), and colorectal cancer (CRC).

Methods: This study employed a self-administered survey to evaluate both general and specialized knowledge of cancer types.

Investigation of the Radiographic Imaging Volume and Occupational Dose of Radiologic Technologists before and during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

This study aimed to assess occupational radiation doses for radiologic technologists (RTs) in Saudi Arabia shortly before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, considering changes in imaging volume during that time. This retrospective study included the imaging volume data and the RTs' occupational dose records from a central hospital for 2019 and 2020. The occupational dose-in terms of annual and quarterly mean effective doses (AMEDs and QMEDs)-was estimated for 115 RTs using thermoluminescent dosimeter records.

JUSTIFICATION OF IMAGING IN DENTAL CLINICS: DOES RADIATION KNOWLEDGE PLAY A ROLE?

The study aims to investigate dentists' knowledge and consideration of radiation in relation to their referral practices and use of referral guidelines for imaging in Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional study was conducted among dentists in different occupational positions in Saudi Arabia. The analysis showed that 68% of the dentists knew of imaging referral guidelines to consult before ordering an imaging exam.

Estimation of radiation doses and lifetime attributable risk of radiation-induced cancer in the uterus and prostate from abdomen pelvis CT examinations.

Computed tomography (CT) scans are one of the most common radiation imaging modalities, and CT scans are rising steadily worldwide. CT has the potential to enhance radiography practice, but it also has the risk of drastically increasing patient doses. One CT procedure for the abdomen pelvis (AP) area can expose a patient's prostate or uterus to a substantial radiation dose, leading to concerns about radiation-induced cancer.

Knowledge and Factors Associated with Breast Cancer Self-Screening Intention among Saudi Female College Students: Utilization of the Health Belief Model.

Breast cancer (BC) screening is vital, as it is linked to a greater likelihood of survival, more effective treatment, and better quality of life. One of the most extensively applied models for conceptualizing probable barriers and facilitators to the adoption of desired health behavior is the health belief model (HBM). This study aimed to assess the impact of health perception and knowledge on breast self-examination intention (BSE) using HBM.

Radiographers' awareness level of MRI-induced vertigo and their perspectives on the post-examination care provided to patients in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Vertigo has been reported by operators and patients during magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations and found to increase in severity as the strength of the scanner magnet increases. This study examined a cohort of MRI radiographers' awareness of MRI-induced vertigo and their perspectives on post-MRI care.

Methods: This cross-sectional study used a web-based survey distributed to 110 radiographers.

INVESTIGATION OF RADIATION RISKS BASED ON THE CLINICAL FINDINGS FROM HEAD CT SCANS IN TRAUMA.

This study aimed to investigate the radiation risks in terms of effective dose and the cancer risk probability resulting from computed tomography (CT) scans of the head for traumatic patients and determine how often traumatic abnormalities occur. Data were collected retrospectively for 138 traumatic patients from the picture archiving and communication system, including exposure parameters and clinical findings. The mean values of the dose length product, CT dose index volume and effective dose for the CT head examinations were 787 ± 67.

Incidence of Gallbladder Stone Formation After Bariatric Surgery Using Ultrasound Imaging in the Southern Region of Saudi Arabia.

Background Bariatric surgery is performed for accomplishing weight loss, which can save patients from diseases associated with morbid obesity. However, rapid weight loss is one of the most important risk factors contributing to the formation of gallbladder stones. The aim of this study is to investigate the prevalence of gallstone formation among patients in the southern region of Saudi Arabia who underwent bariatric surgery and to evaluate the association between several parameters and gallstone development in these patients.

Intermodel comparison for the radiological assessment of the Zapadnoe and Tessenderlo case studies with implications for selection of remediation strategy.

Risk assessment provides a key input for determining the need for and extent of remedial actions necessary for sites contaminated with naturally occurring radioactive material or nuclear legacy sites. The choice of a modelling approach for risk assessment, and the corresponding toolsets should fit the assessment context, taking account of the complexity, and be clearly related to the questions to be addressed in the decision-making process. One of the objectives of Working Group 1 of IAEA Modelling and Data for Radiological Impact Assessments II (MODARIA II) Programme is to perform intermodel comparisons for case studies of selected sites, in particular, to help illustrate the applicability of different models and approaches as inputs to decision-making processes.

Amygdala and subregion volumes are associated with photoperiod and seasonal depressive symptoms: A cross-sectional study in the UK Biobank cohort.

Although seasonal changes in amygdala volume have been demonstrated in animals, seasonal differences in human amygdala subregion volumes have yet to be investigated. Amygdala volume has also been linked to depressed mood. Therefore, we hypothesised that differences in photoperiod would predict differences in amygdala or subregion volumes and that this association would be linked to depressed mood.

OCCUPATIONAL DOSE OF OPERATORS OF NUCLEAR MOISTURE DENSITY GAUGES USED IN PAVEMENT CONSTRUCTION IN SAUDI ARABIA USING THERMOLUMINESCENT DOSEMETERS.

The aim of this study was to estimate the radiation effective doses for operators of nuclear moisture density gauges that are used in pavement construction in the road industry in Saudi Arabia from 2016 to 2019. The effective doses of 278 workers were estimated using thermoluminescent dosemeters (TLD-700). The analysis of the dosimetry data revealed that the mean annual effective dose for all workers averaged over the study period was 0.

The Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Medical Imaging Case Volumes in Aseer Region: A Retrospective Study.

Unlabelled: COVID-19 has had a significant impact on global health systems. The aim of this study was to evaluate how imaging volumes and imaging types in radiology departments have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic across different locations.

Methods: Imaging volumes in the Aseer region (in the south of Saudi Arabia) across main hospitals were reviewed retrospectively including all cases referred from different locations (outpatient, inpatient and emergency departments).

Radiologic technologists in Saudi Arabia: Does long-term exposure to radiation increase the risk of hematological disorders?

Objectives: To determine the influence of prolonged exposure to radiation based on dosimeter readings on hematological parameters among radiologic technologists (RTs) in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: The study was specifically conducted on selected RTs with experience of more than 10 years and the highest thermoluminescent dosimeter (TLD) readings among all RTs in the Radiological Department, Sabya General Hospital, Ministry of Health, Saudi Arabia from August to October 2020. The RTs group was compared with a control group of non-irradiated participants.

OCCUPATIONAL DOSE ASSESSMENT FOR NUCLEAR MEDICINE AND RADIOTHERAPY TECHNOLOGISTS IN SAUDI ARABIA.

This study estimated the occupational radiation dose received by nuclear medicine and radiotherapy technologists in Saudi Arabia. A retrospective analysis of personal dosemetry data of 1243 nuclear medicine and radiotherapy technologists from 28 medical centers across Saudi Arabia from 2015 to 2019 was conducted. Thermoluminescent dosemeters were employed to monitor the occupational radiation dose.

A 5-YEAR RETROSPECTIVE ANALYSIS OF IONIZING RADIATION DOSE TO HYBRID OPERATING ROOM PERSONNEL IN SAUDI ARABIA.

The annual average effective dose (ED) for operating room personnel (ORP) in Saudi Arabia was estimated from the period of 2015-2019 using thermoluminescent dosemeters. A retrospective analysis was conducted on annual EDs for 7530 ORP working across 52 hospitals. These workers were only exposed to radiation in the operating room.

ANALYSIS OF HAND EXPOSURE AMONG NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGISTS IN SAUDI ARABIA.

The increase in the amount of radioactive materials administered to patients as well as the number of procedures performed has focused attention on the issue of radiation exposure to the hands of workers in nuclear medicine departments worldwide. The study aims to estimate the equivalent doses to the hands of individuals in nuclear medicine departments in Saudi. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted for 404 annual dose records in 16 nuclear medicine departments from 2016 to 2019.