RHYTHM
RHYTHM aims to improve the quality, safety, and accessibility of medical imaging for children, adolescents, and young adults-groups particularly sensitive to ionizing radiation. The project addresses key challenges in the justification, optimization, and education of medical imaging modalities such as computed tomography (CT), hybrid imaging (SPECT/CT and PET/CT), and CT for radiotherapy planning.
Specifically, the expected outcomes are:
- Evidence-based clinical and referral guidelines, and improved clinical decision support systems (CDSS) to promote appropriate and justified medical imaging.
- A European repository for comparing CT doses and image quality, supporting standardized and optimized practices in healthcare institutions.
- Comprehensive educational and training programs for healthcare professionals, strengthening knowledge of radiation protection and effective communication with patients.
- Awareness campaigns for parents, caregivers, and young patients, improving understanding of the potential benefits and risks of medical imaging.
Contact information and personnel involved
- Ignasi Barber Martínez de la Torre, Diagnostic Imaging - Principal Investigator
- Jordi Muchart Lopez, Diagnostic Imaging
- Jaime Monturiol Duran, SIMM, Nuclear Medicine
- Tatiana Morales Avellaneda, SIMM, Nuclear Medicine
- Chiara Serio, chiara.serio@sjd.es - Management Support
RHYTHM is co-financed under the EU4Health 2021-2027 Programme under grant agreement no. 101232948. Funded by the European Union. However, the views expressed are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Executive Agency for Health and Digital Affairs. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
