Radiological services are becoming a necessity. Currently, it is
now recognized as an important component in healthcare facilities. The use of
x-rays and other diagnostic tools may be significant in assessing the medical
condition of a patient but every equipment can also impose other health
problems to surrounding individuals. That is why radiologists and other medical
specialists are now required to not just to continue thriving for the best
diagnostic tools but to focus on proper usage and disposal as well.
X-ray
Any x-ray equipment should be
used within the safety standards so that the patient can only be exposed to
safe levels. The machine itself emits a high level of radiation that it can
cause skin illness when the patient is not able to tolerate the level of
exposure. In fact, when a patient is constantly exposed to radiation, a high
chance of acquiring cancer is possible. In order to avoid risking the patient
to cancer, the National Health Services in UK developed the proper dose of
radiation to different kinds of x-rays performed.
Isotope Scan
Isotope scan makes use of a
radioactive material which is injected into the patient. It also can be taken
orally or be inhaled. A specialized camera is used to detect the gamma rays as
it begins to circulate the body. The level of exposure may also impose danger
to the patient but the risks are said to be lesser than x-ray.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
MRI equipments do not use
radiation brought about by x-rays, nor gamma rays from the isotope scan.
However, patients that have been operated with metals can never use MRI.
Although this equipment is safer than x-rays it does not directly impose
safety. Further research and study should still be proven even if there are no
proven ill-effects of MRI yet. MRI is more costly than the x-ray and it may not
be available in different locations.
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