Abstract

Short Review

Estimation of Radiation Dose to Blood Vessels and Components from Medical Imaging Procedures: Current Status

Khalid M Aloufi*

Published: 08 May, 2025 | Volume 9 - Issue 1 | Pages: 001-002

Aim: This study aims to determine the current status for estimation of radiation dose to blood vessels and components from medical imaging procedures.
Methodology: A database search on internet via PubMed and Google Scholar was performed to find published papers in estimation of radiation dose to blood vessels and components from medical imaging procedures. 
Results: Few published papers were found; namely two published papers. Radiation dose to blood vessels and components were assumed to be included in total radiation dose estimation for organ or tissue, without considering different in radiosensitivity. 
Conclusion: It seems that effect of radiation on blood vessels and components is underestimated, in ICRP 60 and 103 recommendations reports. 
Recommendation: It is recommended to conduct more studies to estimate radiation dose for blood vessels and components from medical imaging procedures and revise the value of tissue weighting factor for bone marrow.

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Keywords:

Radiation dose; Blood vessels and components; Medical imaging

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