Ionizing Radiation in Cardiac Imaging
Published: February 09, 2009
- Medical imaging is the largest controllable source of radiation exposure to the U.S. population.
- Principles and uncertainties of estimation of patient dose and biological risk are discussed.
- General recommendations for the safe use of cardiac imaging that relies on ionizing radiation are provided.
Supporting Materials
- Commentary: Learning To Speak Clearly About Computed Tomography Safety by Ann F. Bolger, MD, FACC, FAHA