23 July 2024
MRI Safety Week is recognised in the last week of July each year, and was established following the tragic 2001 MRI-related death of Michael Colombini, age 6. The week seeks to educate medical radiation practitioners on MRI safety and prevent future tragedies.
This MRI Safety Week we’re listening to a conversation between Head of MRI at the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, Mike Kean, and our Director of Education, Steve Lacey. Recorded in 2022, this still-relevant podcast episode provides an overview of MRI and what you need to consider before entering the scan room.
These days, skin burns are the most common MRI-related injury in patients. A recent systematic review published by the Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences (JMRS) estimated radiographers can prevent 97% of MRI-related skin burns, by complying with the following safety recommendations:
With thermal injuries continuing to impact MRI safety, strategies to prevent skin burns and heating are essential.
