A criticism of three arguments on recurrent imaging and risk

Managing radiation protection (RP) in relation to recurrent imaging continues to be debated. Recent arguments have focussed on high Cumulative Effective Dose (CED), especially where it exceeds 100mSv. This article argues that CED should not be the primary focus for tracking concerns on recurrent imaging. Arguments which advocate for increased RP measures after 100mSv is exceeded are criticised as being in conflict with the LNT model. Finally, a view of dose history as adding to background risk is discussed. .

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Journal of Radiological Protection
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2026-09-29
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https://doi.org/10.1088/1361-6498/aeadac
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Radiation Dose and Imaging
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A criticism of three arguments on recurrent imaging and risk

Colin L. Walsh
Journal of Radiological Protection
Radiation Dose and Imaging
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A criticism of three arguments on recurrent imaging and risk

Colin L. Walsh
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Abstract

Managing radiation protection (RP) in relation to recurrent imaging continues to be debated. Recent arguments have focussed on high Cumulative Effective Dose (CED), especially where it exceeds 100mSv. This article argues that CED should not be the primary focus for tracking concerns on recurrent imaging. Arguments which advocate for increased RP measures after 100mSv is exceeded are criticised as being in conflict with the LNT model. Finally, a view of dose history as adding to background risk is discussed. .

Journal of Radiological Protection
St. James's Hospital (IE)
Openalex Percentile: Top 12%
Radiation Dose and Imaging
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