Endoscopy 2020; 52(S 01): S295
DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1704938
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DO ENDOSCOPIST NEED TO BE MORE AWARE OF THE RULES AND RISKS OF RADIATION DURING ERCP?

T Keen
1   University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, United Kingdom
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M Wright
1   University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, United Kingdom
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S Ahmad
2   Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Nottingham, United Kingdom
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B Steadman
1   University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, United Kingdom
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N Tehami
1   University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, Southampton, United Kingdom
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Publication Date:
23 April 2020 (online)

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Aims The aim of this survey was to assess knowledge, practice and attitudes of ERCP endoscopists towards the use of fluoroscopic X-ray radiation.

Methods An online survey was shared through social media to endoscopists to assess knowledge, practice and attitudes towards the use of radiation by ERCP endoscopists.

Results 100 endoscopists completed the survey (55% trainees, 45% trainers). 50% of endoscopists were up to date with their radiation protection and hygiene course. 59% were not aware of the European basic safety directive for radiation safety. 39% of endoscopists regularly wear protective goggles, 82% regularly wear thyroid protection. 39% of endoscopist know their average screening time.

Conclusions There needs to be improvement in the knowledge and attitudes towards the use of radiation by ERCP endoscopists. Without improvement there is increased risk to harm to both health care professionals and patients associated with radiation exposure.