Radiation Reduction Strategies in Pediatric Orthopaedics.
J Pediatr Orthop
; 41(Suppl 1): S75-S79, 2021 Jul 01.
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| ID: mdl-34096542
ABSTRACT
INTRODUCTION:
Pediatric orthopaedic patients have the potential for significant radiation exposure from the use of imaging studies, such as computed tomography and bone scintigraphy. With the potential for long-term treatment, such as is required for scoliosis or osteogenesis imperfecta, patients are at even greater risk of radiation-induced carcinogenesis.DISCUSSION:
Although an association between radiation and cancer risk is evident, causation is difficult to prove because comorbidities or genetic predispositions may play a role in the higher baseline rates of malignancy later in life. Efforts have been made over the years to reduce exposure using more modern imaging techniques and simple radiation reduction strategies. Educational efforts and clinical practice guidelines are decreasing the rate of computed tomography scan use in pediatrics. Although considerable work is being done on the development of radiation-free imaging modalities, imaging that uses ionizing radiation will, in the near term, be necessary in specific circumstances to provide optimal care to pediatric orthopaedic patients.CONCLUSION:
Knowledge of the ionizing radiation exposure associated with commonly used tests as well as radiation-reduction strategies is essential for the optimal and safe care of pediatric orthopaedic patients.
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Coleções:
01-internacional
Temas:
Geral
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Prevencao_e_fatores_de_risco
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Agentes_cancerigenos
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Radiacao_solar
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Ortopedia
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Pediatria
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Diagnóstico por Imagem
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Exposição à Radiação
Tipo de estudo:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Guideline
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Qualitative_research
Limite:
Child
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Pediatr Orthop
Ano de publicação:
2021
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Tunísia