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Diagnosing and treating disease: how physicists keep you safe during healthcare procedures
Physics World Weekly Podcast
Understanding Radiotherapy and Imaging Safety
This chapter explores the comprehensive process of radiotherapy, discussing imaging techniques such as CT, PET, and MRI that help define tumors and optimize treatment. It highlights the role of medical physicists in ensuring safety during procedures involving x-rays, ultrasound, and MRI, and emphasizes the importance of quality assurance protocols. Additionally, the chapter covers the collaborative approach needed to assess patient safety concerning metallic implants in MRI environments.
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