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Variability in the perception and application of force used in IVC filter retrievals among interventional radiologists (2022)
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Chan, T., Shaikh, U., England, A., & McWilliams, R. (2022). Variability in the perception and application of force used in IVC filter retrievals among interventional radiologists. Radiography, 28(1), 68-74. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2021.07.023

Introduction A long dwell time is associated with higher inferior vena cava (IVC) filter retrieval complication rates. Manufacturers advise that “excessive force should not be used” during filter retrieval; however, the term “excessive” is subjectiv... Read More about Variability in the perception and application of force used in IVC filter retrievals among interventional radiologists.

Predicting the role of touchless technologies within diagnostic radiography : results of an international survey (2021)
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England, A., Thompson, J., Littler, E., Tugwell-Allsup, J., & Edwards, E. (2021). Predicting the role of touchless technologies within diagnostic radiography : results of an international survey. Radiography, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2021.12.001

Introduction The evolution of technology within healthcare is continuing at a rapid rate. Touchless technologies (i.e. those involving gestures and voice commands) are rapidly being integrated into daily life. The aim of this study was to investigat... Read More about Predicting the role of touchless technologies within diagnostic radiography : results of an international survey.

A narrative review on pressure ulcer (PU) studies relevant to medical imaging (2020)
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Angmorterh, S., England, A., Anaman-Torgbor, J., Korley Kortei, N., Alidu, H., Yarfi, C., …Hogg, P. (2020). A narrative review on pressure ulcer (PU) studies relevant to medical imaging. ˜The œPan African medical journal, 36, 66. https://doi.org/10.11604/pamj.2020.36.66.19431

Pressure ulcers (PUs) are defined as localised injuries to the skin and/or underlying tissue as a result of pressure or pressure together with shear. PUs present significant health implications to patients; costing billions to manage and/or treat. Th... Read More about A narrative review on pressure ulcer (PU) studies relevant to medical imaging.

Low-dose chest CT and the impact on nodule visibility (2020)
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Tugwell-Allsup, J., Owen, B., & England, A. (2021). Low-dose chest CT and the impact on nodule visibility. Radiography, 27(1), 24-30. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2020.05.004

The need to continually optimise CT protocols is essential to ensure the lowest possible radiation dose for the clinical task and individual patient. The aim of this study was to explore the effect of reducing effective mAs on nodule detection and ra... Read More about Low-dose chest CT and the impact on nodule visibility.

Inclusion of evidence and research in European radiography curricula (2020)
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England, A., & McNulty, J. (2020). Inclusion of evidence and research in European radiography curricula. Radiography, 26(Sup. 2), S45-S48. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2020.04.018

To provide a short reflective article discussing the extent to which evidence and research are included within radiography training curricula and whether there is a need for change and greater standardisation. Great steps have been taken to harmonise... Read More about Inclusion of evidence and research in European radiography curricula.

The validity and reliability of the exposure index as a metric for estimating the radiation dose to the patient (2020)
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Erenstein, H., Browne, D., Curtin, S., Dwyer, R., Higgins, R., Hommel, S., …England, A. (2020). The validity and reliability of the exposure index as a metric for estimating the radiation dose to the patient. Radiography, 26(Sup 2), S94-S99. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2020.03.012

Introduction With the introduction of digital radiography, the feedback between image quality and over-exposure has been partly lost which in some cases has led to a steady increase in dose. Over the years the introduction of exposure index (EI)... Read More about The validity and reliability of the exposure index as a metric for estimating the radiation dose to the patient.

Optimising image quality and radiation dose for neonatal incubator imaging (2020)
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Tugwell-Allsup, J., Morris, R., Gibbs, R., & England, A. (2020). Optimising image quality and radiation dose for neonatal incubator imaging. Radiography, 26(4), e258-e263. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2020.03.011

Introduction Neonates often require imaging within incubators however limited evidence exists as to the optimal method and acquisition parameters to achieve these examinations. This study aims to standardise and optimise neonatal chest radiography w... Read More about Optimising image quality and radiation dose for neonatal incubator imaging.

A technique for determining pump injector settings for an on-table CT or 3D DSA in interventional radiology (2020)
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Hoddes, R., & England, A. (2020). A technique for determining pump injector settings for an on-table CT or 3D DSA in interventional radiology. Radiography, 26(4), 332-334. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2020.03.009

Introduction On-Table computed tomography (CT) or 3D digital subtraction angiography (DSA) in interventional radiology (IR) has become a valuable diagnostic tool. Methods A review of the literature found a poor evidential base supporting the te... Read More about A technique for determining pump injector settings for an on-table CT or 3D DSA in interventional radiology.

Neonatal chest radiography : influence of standard clinical protocols and radiographic equipment on pathology visibility and radiation dose using a neonatal chest phantom (2020)
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Al-Murshedi, S., Hogg, P., & England, A. (2020). Neonatal chest radiography : influence of standard clinical protocols and radiographic equipment on pathology visibility and radiation dose using a neonatal chest phantom. Radiography, 26(4), 282-287. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2020.02.005

Introduction: Little is known about the variations in pathology visibility (PV) and their corresponding radiation dose values for neonatal chest radiography, between and within hospitals. Large variations in PV could influence the diagnostic outcome... Read More about Neonatal chest radiography : influence of standard clinical protocols and radiographic equipment on pathology visibility and radiation dose using a neonatal chest phantom.

Can the anode heel effect be used to optimise radiation dose and image quality for AP pelvis radiography? (2019)
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Mraity, H., England, A., Lanca, L., Hogg, P., Walton, L., & Thompson, J. (2020). Can the anode heel effect be used to optimise radiation dose and image quality for AP pelvis radiography?. Radiography, 26(2), e103-e108. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.11.094

Introduction: A study was conducted to determine whether the anode heel effect can be used to influence optimisation of radiation dose and image quality (IQ) for AP pelvis radiography. Methods: ATOM dosimetry phantom and an anthropomorp... Read More about Can the anode heel effect be used to optimise radiation dose and image quality for AP pelvis radiography?.

Initial single centre experiences of a radiographer advanced practitioner led nephrostomy exchange programme (2019)
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Hoddes, R., Hattab, A., & England, A. (2020). Initial single centre experiences of a radiographer advanced practitioner led nephrostomy exchange programme. Radiography, 26(2), 163-166. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.11.091

PURPOSE: To evaluate the technical success, radiation dose, complications and costs from the introduction of a radiographer-led nephrostomy exchange service. METHODS: Post-graduate qualified interventional radiographers with several years’ exper... Read More about Initial single centre experiences of a radiographer advanced practitioner led nephrostomy exchange programme.

Stent migration following endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms (2019)
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Yafawi, A., McWilliams, R., Fisher, R., England, A., Karouki, M., & Torella, F. (2019). Stent migration following endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms. European Journal of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, 58(6), e306. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejvs.2019.06.914

Introduction - We investigated the incidence and extent of stent migration after endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms (EVAS), its relationship with adherence to the instructions for use of the Nellix endograft and its association with a... Read More about Stent migration following endovascular sealing of abdominal aortic aneurysms.

Dose optimisation in paediatric radiography - using regression models to investigate the relative impact of acquisition factors on image quality and radiation dose (2019)
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Ali, M., Hogg, P., & England, A. (2019). Dose optimisation in paediatric radiography - using regression models to investigate the relative impact of acquisition factors on image quality and radiation dose. Physica Medica, 68, 61-68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejmp.2019.10.034

Objective: To investigate the optimum pelvis X-ray acquisition factors for a 10-year-old child. Secondly, to evaluate the impact of each acquisition factor on image quality (IQ) and radiation dose. Method: Images were acquired using a pelvis phan... Read More about Dose optimisation in paediatric radiography - using regression models to investigate the relative impact of acquisition factors on image quality and radiation dose.

Evidence-based radiography : a new methodology or the systematisation of an old practice? (2019)
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Abrantes, A., Ribeiro, L., da Silva, C., England, A., Azevedo, K., Almeida, R., & Canha Reis, M. (2020). Evidence-based radiography : a new methodology or the systematisation of an old practice?. Radiography, 26(2), 127-132. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.09.010

Introduction: Evidence based radiography (EBR) is the logical development of evidence based practice applied to radiography. The aim of this study was to investigate the opinion of a cohort of Portuguese radiographers in Southern Portugal working... Read More about Evidence-based radiography : a new methodology or the systematisation of an old practice?.

A systematic review of incubator-based neonatal radiography : what does the evidence say? (2019)
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Tugwell, J., & England, A. (2020). A systematic review of incubator-based neonatal radiography : what does the evidence say?. Radiography, 26(2), 167-173. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.09.009

Objectives This systematic review aimed to explore the impact of incubator design (canopy, mattress, and mattress support) on neonatal imaging in terms of imaging technique, radiation dose and image quality. Key Findings A systematic lite... Read More about A systematic review of incubator-based neonatal radiography : what does the evidence say?.

A comparative study of pain experienced during successive mammography examinations in patients with a family history of breast cancer and those who have had breast cancer surgery (2019)
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cancer and those who have had breast cancer surgery. Radiography, 26(1), 76-81. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.08.007

INTRODUCTION: To measure mammography-related pain in two groups of women undergoing regular surveillance as a baseline for future care. METHODS: Following ethical approval, two hundred women aged 32 to 84 years (mean 54), were invited by written inv... Read More about A comparative study of pain experienced during successive mammography examinations in patients with a family history of breast cancer and those who have had breast cancer surgery.

Imaging neonates within an incubator – A survey to determine existing working practice (2019)
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Tugwell-Allsup, J., & England, A. (2020). Imaging neonates within an incubator – A survey to determine existing working practice. Radiography, 26(1), e18-e23. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.07.005

Introduction There is limited and confusing evidence within the literature regarding the optimal techniques when imaging neonates within incubators; in particular, whether to place the image receptor directly behind the neonate or in the incubator tr... Read More about Imaging neonates within an incubator – A survey to determine existing working practice.