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Revista de la Sociedad Española del Dolor
Print version ISSN 1134-8046
Abstract
HERNANDEZ GARCIA, J. M.; REINA, M. A. and VIDAL MARCOS, A.. Fluroscopy and radiation protection in pain management. Rev. Soc. Esp. Dolor [online]. 2015, vol.22, n.5, pp.217-223. ISSN 1134-8046. https://dx.doi.org/10.4321/S1134-80462015000500006.
The use of fluoroscopy is an essential tool for the practice of blocks and techniques in pain management. However and despite its frequent use, a large number of pain specialists have not received specific training, according to the study that we carried out among pain practitioners (1). In the present study we pretend to describe the basic principles of radiation, generation of X rays, and control of the monitor image using the, voltage or current. We also describe the dose limits established by Spanish law, how to monitor radiation, recommendations to reduce exposure to X rays and finally we insist on the importance to inform the patient about the use of X rays, since rarely it is done.
Keywords : Fluoroscopy; Radiation safety.