Fluoroscopy shows a continuous X-ray image on a monitor, much like an X-ray movie. During the procedure, an X-ray beam is continuously passed through the specific body part being examined. The images ...

You may be asked to wear a hospital gown and remove all jewelry and metal objects, such as watches, necklaces, eyeglasses, and the like. Depending on the type of X-ray, you may be required to stand, ...

» How can I know patient dose while using the C-arm in an operating theatre? By having a dose meter installed. The C-arm fluoroscopy systems commonly used in operating theatres might not be equipped ...

» Is there a relationship between staff dose and patient dose in fluoroscopy? Yes. Reducing patient dose will lower staff doses too. However the opposite is not true as staff dose can be reduced by ...