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- Videofluoroscopic swallowing studies expose both patients and staff to low levels of ionising radiation, but it's important to minimize exposure as much as possible.
- The review highlights recent research on radiation doses for both patients and staff, emphasizing that while patient exposure is generally low, precautions are necessary for those needing multiple tests.
- There is a lack of comprehensive studies on staff radiation dose, but operators may receive doses close to 1 mSv per year, leading to the need for effective radiation protection strategies.
Article Abstract
Videofluoroscopic swallowing studies expose both the patients and the staff to ionising radiation. Although the radiation exposure is considered low compared to other diagnostic procedures, it is still prudent to keep the radiation dose as low as reasonably achievable. This review aims to summarise the latest literature pertaining to staff and patient radiation dose, as well as to make evidence-based recommendations on dose optimisation strategies. The evidence shows that patient radiation dose is low; nonetheless, care must be taken for patients that require multiple examinations. There are limited studies measuring the staff dose during videofluoroscopic swallowing procedures. However, the operator may receive radiation doses approaching 1 mSv per year. Recommendations for radiation protection strategies are summarised.
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