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Teresa G Norris

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HIV update.

Few diseases have spread so rapidly around the world or caused such severe morbidity and mortality as HIV/AIDS. After reading this review and update on the pandemic, readers will: Know the current status of HIV/AIDS in the United States and worldwide. Understand basic concepts of epidemiology and infectious disease and how these areas of study relate to HIV. Know basic concepts of immunology and the human immune system. Recognize major clinical manifestations of HIV/AIDS and their radiographic features. Understand the importance of universal precautions in protecting health care workers from blood-borne pathogens such as HIV. Understand the legal and psychosocial issues that affect people who have AIDS.

AIDS-Related Opportunistic Infections↗

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Radiation safety in fluoroscopy.

Fluoroscopy is an important diagnostic and interventional imaging tool that enables clinicians to view dynamic, real-time images of anatomy and function unmatched by other imaging techniques. However, operators must take into account many factors that impact the amount of radiation delivered, particularly over the course of a lengthy interventional procedure. After completing this review, readers will: Understand basic concepts of radiobiology and fluoroscopy systems. Know the typical doses and dose calculations for patients and fluoroscopic personnel. Recognize the pathology of biological effects and common radiation-induced skin injuries. Understand fluoroscopic technique factors to reduce patient exposure. Know the basic methods for controlling occupational exposure for fluoroscopic personnel.

Dose-Response Relationship, Radiation↗