Critical Care
Eliminating Pelvic Imaging Will Reduce Radiation Dose for Detecting Venous Thromboembolism
Pelvic imaging using CT scans are not necessary for diagnosing patients with venous thromboembolism and eliminating this exam can considerably reduce a patient's exposure to excessive radiation dose. More...18 May 2011
US FDA Pushes for Safer Reusable Medical Devices
In an effort to reduce the risk of disease transmission associated with reusable medical devices, the US FDA is collaborating with the University of Michigan on new standards and guidelines that highlight improved design features and cleaning techniques. More...18 May 2011
Recommendations Provided on Appropriate Use of CT in Emergency Medicine
A US radiation protection agency has issued a summary of a workshop on the appropriate use of CT in emergency medicine, and a list of recommendations from participating organizations to help control the inappropriate use of CT in the emergency department. More...16 May 2011
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