Perception of medical radiation risk in Ireland: Results of a public survey

Kenny, Emer; Byrne, Brenda; Lewis, Mandy; King, Deirdre

doi:10.1016/j.ejmp.2019.10.033

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“…Starting with the first statement, less than half of the participants 45.7% answered correctly that a person who has had an X-ray cannot be radioactive for 24 hours. Where in a previous study, 72% knew the correct answer to this question [ 12 ]. Only 21.9% agreed that a breastfeeding mother could have a dental X-ray, while in another study 57% agreed with this statement [ 12 ].…”

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An Assessment of the Public's Perceptions of Radiation Exposure and Risk Associated With Dental Radiographs: A Cross-Sectional Study

Qari,

Homsi,

AlMadani

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Background: Ionizing radiation exposure is an ever-present part of the dental diagnostic process. A public concern often exists due to the misunderstanding of the stochastic effects of dental X-rays. This information can be difficult to explain to the patient since many patients are apprehensive about the subject matter. Objective: This article aims to assess the public's knowledge of radiation exposure and estimate the general concern or apprehension about these diagnostic imaging modalities in an effort to understand and therefore ensure patient reassurance during treatment. Method: A questionnaire was conducted asking adults between the ages of 18 to 74 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia questions pertaining to radiation risk. Results: There were 105 respondents; 21.9% showed concerns toward dental imaging, while 20% were skeptical. approximately 74% of respondents believed there was a limit to the amount of radiation exposure a patient could receive for diagnostic purposes, while only eight percent correctly identified that there was no set limit. Only 21.9% knew that a breastfeeding mother could have dental X-rays if need be; 33.3% understood that ionizing radiation from an intra-oral dental X-ray caused less exposure than natural background radiation from a return flight from Jeddah to Dammam. Conclusions: Patients are not aware of ionizing radiation exposure equivalencies between different imaging modalities. A more effective approach to convey exposure risk would be relating the radiation doses to natural background radiation as comparators.

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“…Where in a previous study, 72% knew the correct answer to this question [ 12 ]. Only 21.9% agreed that a breastfeeding mother could have a dental X-ray, while in another study 57% agreed with this statement [ 12 ]. This demonstrates that more than 50% of respondents think that radiation can affect breast milk and that it is dangerous.…”

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confidence: 99%

An Assessment of the Public's Perceptions of Radiation Exposure and Risk Associated With Dental Radiographs: A Cross-Sectional Study

Qari,

Homsi,

AlMadani

et al. 2023

Cureus

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“…For example, as far as the medical field is concerned, it should be noted that BSS Directive 2013/59/EURATOM [4] emphasises the need for the practitioner to inform patients of the benefits and risks associated with radiation exposure. In fact, data from the literature show that understanding the resources and developing a comprehensive radiation safety programme that addresses equipment, technological changes and dose and procedure tracking is vital for protecting public health [5,6]. Imaging professionals should seek information to combat any fears or misunderstandings of the risks associated with medical radiation exposure [5].…”

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“…Imaging professionals should seek information to combat any fears or misunderstandings of the risks associated with medical radiation exposure [5]. Moreover, a recent study performed in Ireland aimed to ascertain the Irish public's level of understanding of ionising radiation from medical exposures by means of a public survey [6]. The authors identified some knowledge gaps in the public's understanding of radiation risk, suggesting that the justification for procedures should be emphasised and the benefits of an imaging exam should be highlighted; they found some confusion among the public over which modalities use ionising radiation, and at the same time a good awareness of increased sensitivity to ionising radiation in children.…”

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“…The authors identified some knowledge gaps in the public's understanding of radiation risk, suggesting that the justification for procedures should be emphasised and the benefits of an imaging exam should be highlighted; they found some confusion among the public over which modalities use ionising radiation, and at the same time a good awareness of increased sensitivity to ionising radiation in children. Their results could be useful for healthcare professionals in improving the effectiveness of communication with patients [6].…”

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Assessing radiation risk perception by means of a European stakeholder survey

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It is increasingly recognised that stakeholder views can be essential for ascertaining the credibility of those entrusted with protection of the public and workers against radiation risks, the robustness of the approaches to protection and the relevance of research underpinning radiation protection (RP). The CONCERT European Joint Programme of RP research included consideration of stakeholder views. These were evaluated by means of a publicly available survey, translated into 15 languages, to encourage responses from a wide range of European countries. The survey ran in 2017 and received some 1961 responses from many countries, although response rates varied widely between countries. The survey respondents were largely highly educated, with many having a professional connection to RP or the use of radiation in medicine or industry. Survey results indicated a high level of scientific/technical knowledge relevant to RP and indicated a general trust of most actors involved in the RP field, perhaps unsurprisingly given the nature of the sampled population. Most expressed a reasonable level of satisfaction with the information available to them on radiation risk, but there is clearly room for improvement. Additionally, the survey identified potential training needs amongst the groups who responded. It is concluded that, while the survey results are limited by the non-representativeness of the respondents by comparison with the population of the European Union as a whole, it has been successful in gaining insights into areas where communication could be improved, where professional training gaps are present and where research could help to build wider trust in RP.

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Awareness of radiation hazards in patients attending radiology departments

Alawad

Abujamea

2021

Radiat Environ Biophys

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Perception of medical radiation risk in Ireland: Results of a public survey

Cited by 6 publications

References 5 publications

An Assessment of the Public's Perceptions of Radiation Exposure and Risk Associated With Dental Radiographs: A Cross-Sectional Study

An Assessment of the Public's Perceptions of Radiation Exposure and Risk Associated With Dental Radiographs: A Cross-Sectional Study

Assessing radiation risk perception by means of a European stakeholder survey

Awareness of radiation hazards in patients attending radiology departments

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