Assessment of pediatric imaging modalities The duties of radiologists and technicians: A Survey-based research

Abstract

Introduction: Radiation protection of pediatric patients is a major concern for pediatric computed tomography (CT). Sensitive organs such as the brain and thyroid gland. Therefore, optimizing pediatric CT practice is essential to minimizing it. radiation dose for this population. Purpose: To evaluate the practice of pediatric CT on CT devices by radiologists and technicians. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The study was conducted in 26 hospitals located in different regions of Saudi Arabia. total 200 Printed copies of the questionnaires were manually distributed and collected for analysis. A total of 117 surveys were completed. 49 were collected from the radiology department, while they were collected from technology. RESULTS: For infants with hydrocephalus, 65% of radiologists requested an ultrasound (USA), and 24% requested a CT scan of the head. 10% ordered magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and regular x-rays for diagnosis. When appealing to a pediatric patient For persistent headache, CT and MRI were recommended by the radiologist for diagnosis by 59% and 27%, respectively.
Conclusion: Most radiologists use CT head scan to diagnose persistent headache (59%) and ventricular peritoneal shunt. (VPS) failure of pediatric patients compared to other modalities (41%). CT Use Increases Risk of Old Age Pediatric patients develop malignant tumors from radiation exposure. US and MRI (non-ionizing radiation) should be considered to reduce the risk of ionizing radiation and to optimize the current practice of radiologists. Most of 63% of technicians followed a radiation protection protocol in this study. Protect. Radiation awareness training for technicians can raise awareness of the benefits of using lead aprons, Reduces radiation risk in pediatric patients.