A new study presented at the European Congress of Radiology 2026 highlights significant insights into radiation safety in diagnostic imaging, based on a decade of national data. The research emphasizes that systematic monitoring of X-ray deviations can enhance safety culture and minimize serious incidents within healthcare settings. In Finland, deviations during X-ray exams are reported to the Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (STUK), which categorizes them into significant and less significant incidents. Since the introduction of systematic reporting in 2015, there have been around 270 significant and 12,650 less significant deviations reported, with no severe incidents recorded. The analysis shows that the majority of deviations were due to technical issues or human error, with structured reporting systems playing a vital role in identifying weaknesses and improving practices. Starting in 2025, Finland plans to expand reporting to include preventive actions, aimed at further bolstering safety management in radiology. Experts advocate that frameworks similar to Finland's could enhance radiation safety culture globally.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:05:17 GMT | European Medical Journal