geons can use to confirm the placement of screws and implants, which
can play a key role in radiation-reduction strategies.
"The technology is good," he adds, "but needs to get better before
it's used routinely."
Until it does, focus on the basics of radiation safety.
"Surgical professionals have a general understanding that radiation
safety is an important issue, but there needs to be more of an empha-
sis placed on ensuring they know where exposure risks are greatest,"
says Dr. Groover. "They also need to fully grasp specific measures that
can limit fluoroscopy exposure and protect body parts that are most
sensitive to radiation."
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