{"title":"Preparing Radiologic Technology Students for the Age of Artificial Intelligence.","authors":"Jarek Stelmark, Raymond Stelmark Star","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 5","pages":"333-343"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147788921","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Extended Reality Innovations in Medical Imaging Education.","authors":"Jeremy D Webb","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 5","pages":"344-345"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-05-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147788869","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiao-Feng Mao, Hong Chen, Wen-Zhi Li, Zhi-Yan Chang
{"title":"Feasibility of Tangerine Juice Sacs as Contrast Agent for MR Imaging of the Gastrointestinal Tract.","authors":"Xiao-Feng Mao, Hong Chen, Wen-Zhi Li, Zhi-Yan Chang","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 4","pages":"251-255"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437573","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Use of MR Imaging with Mammography to Increase Breast Cancer Detection in Dense Breast Tissue.","authors":"Sean Bailey","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 4","pages":"241-244"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437588","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Predictors of Licensure Exam Failure Among Radiologic Technology Programs in the Philippines.","authors":"","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 4","pages":"256-262"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437566","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Daniel Abbeyquaye, Stephen Inkoom, Theresa B Dery, Shiraz Issahaku, David E Anderson
{"title":"Advancing Radiographic Quality in Resource-Limited Countries: An Audit of Quality Assurance Practices in Ghana.","authors":"Daniel Abbeyquaye, Stephen Inkoom, Theresa B Dery, Shiraz Issahaku, David E Anderson","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To assess the quality of clinical radiography systems by auditing quality assurance (QA) and radiation protection compliance in Ghanaian diagnostic imaging facilities and by evaluating x-ray exposure indicator (EI) metrics through quality control (QC) testing to assess equipment performance.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An empirical audit assessed QA and radiation protection compliance using internationally harmonized guidelines. Experimental QC tests measured EI metrics using a solid-state x-ray multimeter based on the International Atomic Energy Agency Technical Cooperation Regional Project RAF6/053 protocols. Deviations from standard EI metrics were analyzed to determine compliance.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>This study evaluated 43 radiography systems used throughout 41 facilities. One facility had an established QA program with periodic QC measurements. Radiation protection compliance was satisfactory concerning aprons, barriers, and waiting areas; however, no facility had infant immobilization devices. EI deviations were within acceptable tolerances, except the half-value layer, which fell below recommended limits (, 2.9 mm aluminum [Al] but . 2.3 mm Al) in 11 facilities.</p><p><strong>Discussion: </strong>Although compliance was high for certain QA and radiation protection guidelines, deficiencies were noted. Lack of QA documentation and essential radiation protection accessories necessitates increased regulatory enforcement, structured training programs, and standardized nationwide QA implementation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Gaps exist in QA and radiation protection implementation in some Ghanaian radiography facilities. Strengthened regulatory oversight, comprehensive QA and QC practices, and improved radiation protection compliance are essential for enhancing radiographic quality and safety.</p>","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 4","pages":"220-231"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437608","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Current Practices and Future Directions of LD-CT in Lung Cancer Screening.","authors":"Alberto Gomez Perez","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 4","pages":"263-266"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437598","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Change Management as a Foundation for Continuous Quality Improvement.","authors":"Kristi L Tonning","doi":"","DOIUrl":"","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":51772,"journal":{"name":"Radiologic Technology","volume":"97 4","pages":"289-292"},"PeriodicalIF":0.5,"publicationDate":"2026-03-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147437553","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}