Fluoroscopy is generally very safe when used for medically necessary procedures. The radiation exposure varies depending on the type and length of your procedure.

Radiation levels:

• Simple procedures: Similar to a few regular X-rays

• Longer procedures: Higher exposure but still within safe medical limits

• Modern equipment uses the lowest possible radiation dose

Safety measures we take:

• Use lead aprons to protect areas not being examined

• Limit the X-ray beam to only the area needed

• Use the shortest possible exposure time

• Modern digital equipment reduces radiation requirements

Important considerations:

• The medical benefits of your procedure far outweigh the small radiation risk

• Please tell us if you're pregnant or might be pregnant

• Your doctor only recommends fluoroscopy when the diagnostic information is essential

Comparison: The radiation exposure is typically much less than you'd receive from natural background radiation over several months.