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Download or read book Establishing and Improving Interventional Radiology written by IAEA and published by International Atomic Energy Agency. This book was released on 2023-10-16 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This publication provides a general overview of interventional radiology (IR). It presents an evidence-based rationale for establishing, improving and maintaining an IR service consistent with current clinical knowledge benchmarks. A summary is provided of necessary elements for the establishment of an IR clinical service and to ensure its sustainability. The publication includes information on specific challenges faced especially but not uniquely in emerging nations, as well as a defined list of expert recommendations. Safety and quality standards are emphasized in addition to necessary funding, human resources, education, training and certification/recertification, as well as involvement of the main professional societies.