Radiological protection of the patient in veterinary medicine and the role of ICRP

Pentreath, R.J.; Applegate, Kimberly E.; Higley, Kathryn A.; Peremans, Kathelijne; Natsuhori, Masahiro; Randall, Elissa; Gambino, J.

doi:10.1177/0146645320946619

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“…These values can be used to calculate an effective radiation dose for specific organs; however, it must be recognized that these values are based on values produced for human use and the clinical implication for companion animals is not currently known. 34 In addition, the use of effective radiation dose to provide a measure of the risk of carcinogenesis is not recommended. 35 It is beyond the scope of this communication to provide in-depth recommendations regarding the acquisition of high-quality images with CT in cases involving metal implants.…”

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confidence: 99%

Computed Tomographic Evaluation of the Accuracy of Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Screw Fixation in Cats

Wills

Neville-Towle

Podadera

et al. 2021

Vet Comp Orthop Traumatol

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Objectives The aim of this study was to report the use of computed tomography (CT) for postoperative evaluation of the accuracy of sacroiliac reduction and minimally invasive screw fixation in a series of five cats. Materials and Methods Medical records between January 2016 and March 2017 of cats presenting to the author's institution were reviewed. Included were cats that had undergone minimally invasive sacroiliac screw fixation with a complete medical record and pre- and postoperative radiographs. Screw size was obtained from the medical records. CT images were acquired prospectively and evaluated to assess joint reduction, relative screw size and screw positioning. Results Six sacroiliac luxations and 6 screws were available. Fixation was achieved with either a 2.4 (n = 1) or 2.7 mm (n = 5), 316L stainless steel, cortical bone screw. Mean screw size as a proportion of sacral diameter was 47.7%. Sacroiliac reduction >90% in the craniocaudal plane and sacral screw purchase >60% of the sacral width were achieved in 3/5 cases. Mean dorsoventral screw angulation was 1.6 degrees (range: −9.7 to 11.7 degrees) and craniocaudal angulation was −4.5 degrees (range: −16.6 to 6.6 degrees). Complications included screw loosening in the one case of bilateral repair and penetration of the neural canal in one case which was not detected with postoperative radiographic evaluation. Clinical Significance CT evaluation provides a useful method for the assessment of sacroiliac reduction and the accuracy of screw placement.

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confidence: 99%

Computed Tomographic Evaluation of the Accuracy of Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Screw Fixation in Cats

Wills

Neville-Towle

Podadera

et al. 2021

Vet Comp Orthop Traumatol

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“…Acoustic noise, which is associated with rapidly switching gradient coils, is also a concern to patients that can be avoided by using hearing protection and noise reduction techniques. 44 …”

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Application of Advanced Imaging Modalities in Veterinary Medicine: A Review

Yitbarek¹,

Dagnaw²

2022

VMRR

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Veterinary anatomy has traditionally relied on detailed dissections to produce anatomical illustrations, but modern imaging modalities, now represent an enormous resource that allows for fast non-invasive visualizations in living animals for clinical and research purposes. In this review, advanced anatomical imaging modalities and their applications, safety issues, challenges, and future prospects of the techniques commonly employed for animal imaging would be highlighted. The quality of diagnostic imaging equipment in veterinary practice has greatly improved. Recent advances made in veterinary advanced imaging specifically about cross-sectional modalities (CT and MRI), nuclear medicine (PET, SPECT), and dual imaging modalities (PET/CT, PET/MR, and SPECT/CT) have become widely available, leading to greater demands and expectations from veterinary clients. These modalities allow for the creation of three-dimensional representations that can be of considerable value in the dissemination of clinical diagnosis and anatomical studies. Despite, the modern imaging modalities well established in developed countries across the globe, it is yet to remain in its infancy stage in veterinary practice in developing countries due to heavy initial investment and maintenance costs, lack of expert interpretation, a requirement of specialized technical staff and need of adjustable machines to accommodate the different range of animal sizes. Therefore, veterinarians should take advantage of these imaging techniques in designing future experiments by considering the availability of these varied imaging modalities and the creation of three-dimensional graphical representations of internal structures.

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“…Individual animals should be protected in veterinary applications of ionising radiation. The area of veterinary practice is rapidly expanding, with many radiological medical procedures originally developed for human use being employed for animals (Pentreath et al 2020 ; IAEA 2021 ; ICRP 2020a ). This raises questions regarding how and why ionising radiation is used in veterinary practice (e.g., in situations that may not be medically indicated).…”

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Areas of research to support the system of radiological protection

Laurier

Rühm

Paquet

et al. 2021

Radiat Environ Biophys

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This document presents the ICRP's updated vision on “Areas of Research to Support the System of Radiological Protection”, which have been previously published in 2017. It aims to complement the research priorities promoted by other relevant international organisations, with the specificity of placing them in the perspective of the evolution of the System of Radiological Protection. This document contributes to the process launched by ICRP to review and revise the System of Radiological Protection that will update the 2007 General Recommendations in ICRP Publication 103.

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Radiological protection of the patient in veterinary medicine and the role of ICRP

Cited by 7 publications

References 24 publications

Computed Tomographic Evaluation of the Accuracy of Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Screw Fixation in Cats

Computed Tomographic Evaluation of the Accuracy of Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Screw Fixation in Cats

Application of Advanced Imaging Modalities in Veterinary Medicine: A Review

Areas of research to support the system of radiological protection

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