The design and construct a website for collection and report diagnostic reference levels (DRLs) in diagnostic radiography

IF 1.3 Q3 RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences Pub Date : 2024-11-02 DOI:10.1016/j.jmir.2024.101783

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Abstract

Background

The preparation of reports and calculation of dose reference levels (DRLs) for general x-ray radiography are valuable tools for determining appropriate radiation dosage. However, the systematic collection of dose-area product (DAP) dose data can be challenging, and calculating entrance surface air kerma (ESAK)values requires precision and careful calculations.

Objective

The aim of this study was to design and implement a website for the collection of DAP values, calculation of ESAK values, and reporting of DRLs from general diagnostic radiographs. Additionally, the study evaluated the quality and satisfaction of radiological technologists using the website.

Methods

Website design considerations included navigation, database management, and the development of an interactive web application for displaying and validating calculations. Subsequently, the website was made available to 16 volunteers for evaluation of its effectiveness and user satisfaction.

Results

The developed website functioned properly and was capable of recording DAP data, calculating ESAK values, and generating reports on DRL values. Verification of the ESAK and DRL calculations by four experts confirmed their accuracy. The content evaluation yielded a mean score of 4.71 ± 0.49 for content, 4.59 ± 0.65 for usability, 4.55 ± 0.59 for website format, and 4.61 ± 0.60 for overall satisfaction.

Conclusion

A website designed for the collection and reporting of DRLs in general diagnostic radiography offered practical application potential. Its functionalities could enhance the work efficiency of radiological technologists and contribute to improved radiation optimization and protection.

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设计并构建一个用于收集和报告放射诊断参考水平（DRL）的网站。

背景：为普通 X 射线放射摄影编制报告和计算剂量参考水平（DRLs）是确定适当辐射剂量的重要工具。然而，系统地收集剂量-面积乘积（DAP）剂量数据具有挑战性，计算入口表面空气开玛（ESAK）值需要精确和仔细的计算：本研究旨在设计并实施一个网站，用于收集 DAP 值、计算 ESAK 值以及报告普通放射诊断照片的 DRL。此外，该研究还对放射技术人员使用该网站的质量和满意度进行了评估：网站设计考虑的因素包括导航、数据库管理以及用于显示和验证计算结果的交互式网络应用程序的开发。随后，16 名志愿者对网站的有效性和用户满意度进行了评估：结果：开发的网站功能正常，能够记录 DAP 数据、计算 ESAK 值并生成 DRL 值报告。四位专家对 ESAK 和 DRL 的计算结果进行了验证，确认了其准确性。内容评估的平均得分为 4.71 ± 0.49 分，可用性为 4.59 ± 0.65 分，网站格式为 4.55 ± 0.59 分，总体满意度为 4.61 ± 0.60 分：为普通放射诊断收集和报告 DRL 而设计的网站具有实际应用潜力。其功能可提高放射技术人员的工作效率，有助于改善辐射优化和防护。

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Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences RADIOLOGY, NUCLEAR MEDICINE & MEDICAL IMAGING-

CiteScore

2.30

自引率

11.10%

发文量

231

审稿时长

53 days

期刊介绍： Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences is the official peer-reviewed journal of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. This journal is published four times a year and is circulated to approximately 11,000 medical radiation technologists, libraries and radiology departments throughout Canada, the United States and overseas. The Journal publishes articles on recent research, new technology and techniques, professional practices, technologists viewpoints as well as relevant book reviews.