Assessment of occupational radiation exposure during a specific endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography procedure.

Aim: The aim of this study was to evaluate the occupational radiation exposure of staff during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP), with a focus on individuals closest to the radiation source, and to identify potential increases in exposure to hands and eye lenses. Patient radiation exposure during ERCP was also assessed.

Materials And Methods: Staff organ doses were monitored using a Philips Allura Xper FD 20 fluoroscopy system, during 24 ERCP procedures for a period of 7 months.

A Nordic survey on artificial intelligence in the radiography profession - Is the profession ready for a culture change?

Introduction: The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the radiography profession remains uncertain. Although AI has been increasingly used in clinical radiography, the perspectives of the radiography professionals in Nordic countries have yet to be examined. The primary aim was to examine views of Nordic radiographers 'on AI, with focus on perspectives, engagement, and knowledge of AI.

Simulation-based education in ultrasound - diagnostic and interventional abdominal focus.

Simulation-based training (SBT) is increasingly acknowledged worldwide and has become a popular tool for ultrasound education. Ultrasound simulation involves the use of technology and software to create a virtual training setting. Simulation-based training allows healthcare professionals to learn, practice, and improve their ultrasound imaging skills in a safe learning-based environment.

Nordic radiographers' and students' perspectives on artificial intelligence - A cross-sectional online survey.

Introduction: The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the domain of radiography holds substantial potential in various aspects including workflow efficiency, image processing, patient positioning, and quality assurance. The successful implementation of AI within a Radiology department necessitates the participation of key stakeholders, particularly radiographers. The study aimed to provide a comprehensive investigation about Nordic radiographers' perspectives and attitudes towards AI in radiography.

Sonographers' perspectives on research - A worldwide online questionnaire study.

Introduction: Research has been performed by sonographers (also known as ultrasound reporting radiographers) for many years for improving diagnosis of disease, developing new imaging approaches, and enhancing patient outcomes. Despite this, sonographers' perspectives on research have not been well studied. To understand the views of sonographers is essential, as they have an important role in the successful implementation of research outcomes during their daily work.

Reporting radiographers in Europe survey: An overview of the role within the European Federation of Radiographer Society (EFRS) member countries.

Introduction: Reporting radiographers undertake an important role in healthcare and for the radiographer profession in general. First introduced in the United Kingdom, reporting radiographers are now practicing in several other European countries. Our objective was to investigate the workforce of reporting radiographers across the European Federation of Radiographer Societies (EFRS) community.

Healthcare Professionals' Experiences and Perspectives of Facilitating Self-Management Support for Patients with Low-Risk Localized Prostate Cancer via mHealth and Health Coaching.

Self-monitoring of self-management interventions with the use of mobile health (mHealth) can enhance patients' well-being. Research indicates that mHealth and health coaching act symbiotically to providing a more constructive outcome. Nurse coaches seem to have a significant role in translating the patients' tracked data.

Animal Models Used to Simulate Retinal Artery Occlusion: A Comprehensive Review.

Purpose: To present an overview of animal models of retinal artery occlusion (RAO).

Methods: Through a systematic literature search in PubMed and Embase, papers describing methods of inducing RAO in animal models were included. The identified methodologic approaches were presented in a narrative synthesis and compared with RAO in humans.

Testicular microlithiasis is associated with ethnicity and socioeconomic status.

Background: There are limited studies about testicular microlithiasis (TML) and background information such as health, lifestyle, and socioeconomic status.

Purpose: To assess the prevalence of TML in relation to socioeconomic status and ethnicity.

Material And Methods: From a database of scrotal ultrasound examinations in a single institution, all men who underwent routine ultrasound examinations for a variety of symptoms from 1998 to 2015 were included.

Inter-observer agreement for detection of small bowel Crohn's disease with capsule endoscopy.

Objective: Compared to other modalities, capsule endoscopy (CE) has a high diagnostic yield for diagnosing small bowel Crohn's disease (CD). The aim of this study was to determine the inter-observer agreement for detection of small bowel CD with predefined diagnostic criteria.

Material And Methods: Thirty patients with suspected or known CD were included in the study.

Incidental findings at MRI-enterography in patients with suspected or known Crohn's disease.

Aim: To determine the frequency and clinical impact of incidental findings detected with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-enterography in patients with suspected or known Crohn's disease (CD).

Methods: Incidental findings were defined as unexpected lesions outside the small intestine, not previously known or suspected at the time of referral, and not related to inflammatory bowel disease. Through a systematic review of medical charts we analyzed the clinical impact of incidental findings, and compared the MRI findings with subsequent diagnostic procedures.