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ReviewEuropean journal of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging2024

Guardians of precision: advancing radiation protection, safety, and quality systems in nuclear medicine.

Francesco Giammarile, Peter Knoll, Jolanta Kunikowska, Diana Paez, Enrique Estrada Lobato, Miriam Mikhail-Lette, Richard Wahl, Ola Holmberg, May Abdel-Wahab, Andrew M Scott and 1 more

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Review in European journal of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 8 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

Each row is one number read from the abstract, on the scale the paper reported it, with its interval. Left of the dashed line favours the treatment, right favours the comparator. Under each row is the sentence it came from. New to these charts? A ten-minute tutorial.

The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.

Neither the registry nor the abstract names a trial number. If this is a trial report, that itself is worth knowing.

3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

8 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

PubMed lists nothing against this paper. Absence here is not a guarantee, only a check that was made.

5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

11 authors.

Francesco GiammarileDepartment of Nuclear Science and Applications, Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria. francesco.giammarile@gmail.com.ORCID 0000-0002-0550-7893
Peter KnollDepartment of Nuclear Science and Applications, Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.
Jolanta KunikowskaNuclear Medicine Department, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-7434-6720
Diana PaezDepartment of Nuclear Science and Applications, Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.
Enrique Estrada LobatoDepartment of Nuclear Science and Applications, Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.
Miriam Mikhail-LetteDepartment of Nuclear Science and Applications, Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.ORCID 0000-0002-7402-6014
Richard WahlWashington University in St Louis School of Medicine, St. Louis, USA.
Ola HolmbergDepartment of Nuclear Safety and Security, Radiation Safety and Monitoring Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.
May Abdel-WahabDepartment of Nuclear Science and Applications, Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Imaging Section, International Atomic Energy Agency, Vienna, Austria.
Andrew M ScottDepartment of Molecular Imaging and Therapy, Austin Health, Melbourne, Australia.ORCID 0000-0002-6656-295X
Roberto C Delgado BoltonDepartment of Diagnostic Imaging (Radiology) and Nuclear Medicine, University Hospital San Pedro and Centre for Biomedical Research of La Rioja (CIBIR), La Rioja, Logroño, Spain.ORCID 0000-0002-8071-6513

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIn the rapidly evolving field of nuclear medicine, the paramount importance of radiation protection, safety, and quality systems cannot be overstated. This document provides a comprehensive analysis of the intricate regulatory frameworks and guidelines, meticulously crafted and updated by national and international regulatory bodies to ensure the utmost safety and efficiency in the practice of nuclear medicine.

methodsWe explore the dynamic nature of these regulations, emphasizing their adaptability in accommodating technological advancements and the integration of nuclear medicine with other medical and scientific disciplines.

resultsAudits, both internal and external, are spotlighted for their pivotal role in assessing and ensuring compliance with established standards, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. We delve into the significant contributions of entities like the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and relevant professional societies in offering universally applicable guidelines that amalgamate the latest in scientific research, ethical considerations, and practical applicability.

conclusionsThe document underscores the essence of international collaborations in pooling expertise, resources, and insights, fostering a global community of practice where knowledge and innovations are shared. Readers will gain an in-depth understanding of the practical applications, challenges, and opportunities presented by these regulatory frameworks and audit processes. The ultimate goal is to inspire and inform ongoing efforts to enhance safety, quality, and effectiveness in nuclear medicine globally.

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Nuclear MedicineRadiation ProtectionHumansQuality ControlSafetyNational and international regulationsNuclear medicineQuality assuranceRadiation protectionTheranostics guidelines

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PMID38319322
PMCPMC11043166

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