Radiation dose reduction utilizing noise reduction technology during uterine artery embolization: a pilot study.

Abstract Objective To assess the radiation dose reduction during uterine artery embolization utilizing dose reduction technology. Methods A total of 58 women underwent uterine artery embolization. A total of 26 procedures were performed in a standard fluoroscopy suite; 32 procedures were performed utilizing a novel imaging platform. Radiation dose data and acquisition parameters were compared. Results The new platform provided significant reduction in the median radiation dose ( P 2 to 145Gy cm 2 . There were no differences between the groups with regard to acquisition parameters. Conclusion The new imaging platform provided a 61% dose reduction during uterine artery embolization without a significant change in acquisition parameters.