Radiation Risk in Nuclear Medicine – A Short Review

Abstract

The purpose of this review was to provide all information, risks and perspectives about nuclear medicine. This paper also concluded the investigational researches that both support and those that do not support the theory and the safety guidelines and practice about nuclear medicine. There are a lot of misconceptions about nuclear medicine eventhough nuclear medicine gave a lot of benefits in the medical world. However, it also have a lot of risks and dangers that will occur to the patient if they do not follow the procedures and safety guidelines. This is important because it will trigger our thoughts to know more about nuclear medicine. Also in this review paper, historical and current perspectives of nuclear medicine was also discussed. The review provides the reader with a better understanding of radiation hormesis. An understanding of the complexities and historical development of the theory will then give readers a better understanding of radiation safety and regulations.