ISMRM21 - Safety II

Safety II

SMRT Ed Session

Wednesday, 19 May 2021

SMRT Session

02:00 - 04:00

Moderators: Sheryl Foster & James Whittaker

Session Number: SMRT-24

Parent Session: SMRT: Safety II

Session Number: SMRT-24

Overview
This session will focus on safety practices in contrast use and implants as well as implementing MR safety training for imaging centers.

Target Audience
Radiographers, MR technologists, radiologists, clinicians and scientists interested in safety practices in MRI.

Educational Objectives
As a result of attending this course, participants should be able to:
1. Describe current concerns with the use of contrast in MRI
2. Review implant safety practices
3. Discuss how best to implement MR safety training

		Gadolinium-Based Contrast Media Watch the Video Matthew Davenport Gadolinium-based contrast media are safe. Key potential risks include: nephrogenic systemic fibrosis, hypersensitivity reactions and gadolinium retention. These risks differ between the different GBCM. The risk of NSF from Group II GBCM is very small (upper bound risk: 0.07%). The risk of NSF from Group III GBCM likely small, but more data needed (upper bound risk: 1.1%). Gadolinium retention occurs, but has unclear importance; patient handouts now available. Immediate reactions are rare (0.09%), but breakthrough reactions are common (40%). GBCA tradeoffs require thought. Consider both the provider's and patient’s point of view.
		Implants Watch the Video Ross Venook
		Implementing E-Learning MR Safety Training Watch the Video Paula Ciccozzi There is a potential risk of injury or death of patients and personnel exposed to the MRI environment if safety procedures are not followed. Formal MRI safety education is one of the most critical components of ensuring awareness of MRI hazards and safety practices to protect employees and patients from harm. The presentation discusses how we designed and introduced an e-learning MRI safety training module for non-MRI personnel at WCH. This aimed to encourage an MRI safety aware culture to help reduce the incident rate for MRI related events or risk of harm to patients and personnel.