CommEmorating the Last Event: calling time on the end of treatment Bell following RAdioThErapy? The CELEBRATE study
In the UK it is commonplace for patients completing radiotherapy to be invited to ring a bell as a form of celebration. The project aimed to explore the experiences of the end of treatment bell from the perspective of patients who had received treatment for cancer, and therapeutic radiographers who treat patients. The study also aimed to consider possible alternative methods of commemorating the EoT, considering the needs of patients, family members and healthcare professionals. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 16, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: K. Rigby, J. Ulman, H. Probst, L. Jacques, R. Appleyard Source Type: research
Implementing supplementary breast cancer screening in women with dense breasts: Insights from European radiographers and radiologists
In response to the critical need for enhancing breast cancer screening for women with dense breasts, this study explored the understanding of challenges and requirements for implementing supplementary breast cancer screening for such women among clinical radiographers and radiologists in Europe. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 13, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: D. Mizzi, C.S. Allely, F. Zarb, C.E. Mercer Source Type: research
Advanced practice in radiotherapy across Europe: stakeholders ’ perceptions of implementation and evolution
This study aimed to investigate European radiotherapy stakeholders ’ perceptions regarding current and future advanced practice (AP). (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 11, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: C. Oliveira, B. Barbosa, J.G. Couto, I. Bravo, C. Hughes, S. McFadden, R. Khine, H.A. McNair Source Type: research
Task-based selection of three-dimensional rotational angiography imaging modes using in-house phantom
This study was aimed to use an in-house phantom to assist with this clini cal issue of 3DRA usage in terms of mode selection. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 10, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: L.E. Lubis, R.A. Basith, I. Hariyati, T. Mart, H. Bosmans, D.S. Soejoko Source Type: research
Managing acoustic noise within MRI: A qualitative interview study among Swedish radiographers
This study aimed to explore how MR radiographers manage acoustic noise in clinical MR settings. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 10, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: A. Glans, J. Wil én, B. Hansson, Å. Audulv, L. Lindgren Source Type: research
Evaluation of the quality and impact of online learning through the SAFE EUROPE webinars
This study aimed to assess the quality of these webinars and their impact on professional practice. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 9, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: J. Guilherme Couto, J.P. McNulty, E. Sundqvist, C. Hughes, S. McFadden Source Type: research
The potential role of artificial intelligence in sustainability of nuclear medicine
Strategies targeted at the five pillars of sustainability (social, human, economic, ecological and environmental) can be used to improve sustainability of clinical or research practices in nuclear medicine. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 5, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: G.M. Currie, K.E. Hawk, E.M. Rohren Source Type: research
Lived experiences of healthcare. Putting the person in person centred care in the medical radiation sciences
Contemporary healthcare models recognise person-centred care (PCC) as a fundamental principle of quality, safe care. While substantial literature exists on PCC in healthcare generally, there is less evidence on how this relates to medical imaging and radiation therapy.Embedding patient-lived experiences of healthcare into healthcare education has promise in enhancing students ’ confidence in delivering PCC. Digital storytelling (DST) of patient-lived experiences can help improve reflection, understanding, critical thinking and empathy. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 5, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: K. Auld, I. Devaparanam, S. Roberts, J. McInerney Source Type: research
‘You make the call’: Improving radiology staff scheduling with AI-generated self-rostering in a medical imaging department
This study aimed to explore the perceptions, benefits, and challenges of implementing AI-generated self-rostering in a radiology department through simulated trials. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 5, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: K. O'Callahan, S. Sitters, M. Petersen Source Type: research
Radiographer training for screening of patients referred for Magnetic Resonance Imaging: A scoping review
Strict safety practices are essential to ensure the safety of patients and staff in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). Training regarding the fundamentals of MRI safety is well-established and commonly agreed upon. However, more complex aspect of screening patients, such as image review or screening of unconscious patients/patients with communication difficulties is less well discussed. The current UK and USA guidelines do not suggest the use of communication training for MRI staff nor indicate any training to encourage reviewing images in the screening process. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 4, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: H. Barnsley, S. Robertson, S. Cruickshank, H.A. McNair Tags: Systematic Review Source Type: research
MRgFUS ablation of a recurrent tenosynovial giant cell tumor in the foot using ExAblate 2100 system in combination with patient immobilization device
Magnetic Resonance –guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) treatment for certain anatomy locations can be extremely challenging due to patient positioning and potential motion. This present study describes the treatment of a recurrent tenosynovial giant cell tumor of the plantar forefoot using the ExAblate 2100 system i n combination with patient immobilization device. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - April 3, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: Z. Long, G.K. Hesley, A. Lu, N.J. Hangiandreou, K.R. Gorny, C.A. Tiegs-Heiden Tags: Technical note Source Type: research
Concept analysis of ‘Facilitating a transformative radiation protection environment’
This article presents the concept analysis of the central concept of ‘facilitating a transformative radiation protection environment’ used to develop a theory to optimise radiation protection. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - March 28, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: S. Lewis, C. Downing, C.M. Hayre Source Type: research
Voices from the field: A qualitative exploration of sonography professionals in the United Arab Emirates through focus group discussions
This study explores the professional landscape and challenges of sonography practice in the United Arab Emirates, focusing on identifying areas for improvement in education, practice scope, and professional development. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - March 28, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: M.M. Abuzaid, W. Elshami Source Type: research
An NHS Trust comparison of reporting radiographers and consultant radiologists ability to identify cancer on chest radiographs with confirmation through a Fast track CT thorax referral system
The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends that GPs initially refer patients with suspected lung cancer for a chest X-ray (CXR). The Radiology department has a ‘fast track system’ to identify those patients who may have lung cancer on CXR and are referred for a CT thorax with contrast to help determine a cancer diagnosis. This fast track system was put in place to ensure the NICE guidelines and NHS England's standards on a faster cancer diagnosis are b eing met. This audit studied the ability of radiologists and reporting radiographers to identify lung cancer on CXRs and the accuracy of the...
Source: Radiography - March 22, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: E. Trivett, S. MacKay Source Type: research
Opinions on advanced practice among diagnostic and therapeutic radiographers: Survey results of an European congress of radiology study
This study aimed collect data on radiography and radiation therapy AP career paths, and understand radiographers' perceptions of advanced practice at the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2020. (Source: Radiography)
Source: Radiography - March 20, 2024 Category: Radiology Authors: D. Catania, N. Giannotti, A. Roletto, M.-L. Ryan Source Type: research
