Different types fluoroscopy modes in X-ray imaging?

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The discussion centers around the different types of fluoroscopy modes used in cardiac X-ray imaging, specifically the meanings of extra low, low, medium, and high fluoroscopy modes. The inquiry seeks to understand how these modes relate to radiation dose rates to patients.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the definitions of fluoroscopy modes (EP, LF, MF, HI) in the context of cardiac X-ray imaging.
  • Another participant requests links to the original sources or readings that the inquirer has consulted to better understand the topic.
  • A summary post mentions that the fluoroscopy modes refer to the radiation dose rate measured in Gray/minute to the patient's skin.
  • A mentor note indicates that the original post was attempted to be deleted after replies were received, resulting in the thread being locked.

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The discussion does not appear to reach a consensus, as it includes inquiries and requests for clarification without definitive answers provided by participants.

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There are limitations regarding the depth of information provided about the specific implications of each fluoroscopy mode and how they are quantitatively measured.

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what is fluoroscopy mode in cardiac xray imaging?. simulator shows EP,LF,MF,HI(extra low fluoroscpy, low, medium and highfluoro.what is it actually means?
 
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sikkandar bava said:
Summary:: want to know the details about fluoroscopy mode.

. . . (extra low fluoroscpy, low, medium and highfluoro.what is it actually means?
This refers to the radiation dose rate, Gray/minute, to the patient's skin.
 
Mentor Note -- the OP tried to delete his thread start after receiving replies, so this thread is now locked.
 
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