Dose Archiving and Communication System in Moroccan Healthcare: A Unified Approach to X-Ray Dose Management and Analysis

This study explores the implementation of a Dose Archiving and Communication System (DACS) in Moroccan healthcare, highlighting the importance of X-ray dose management in modern radiology. It emphasizes patient safety and the ALARA principle to minimize radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic accuracy. The research discusses advancements in imaging technologies, such as dose-reduction algorithms and real-time monitoring systems. A survey of 1000 healthcare professionals reveals significant challenges in X-ray dose management, including poor dose tracking, regulatory non-compliance, and inadequate radiation protection training. Noteworthy findings reveal that 10% of patients received doses exceeding 5 Gray, underscoring the exigency for robust dose management systems. The article delineates a strategic implementation approach for DACS in Moroccan hospitals, comprising meticulous needs assessment, infrastructure fortification, and stakeholder engagement. By harnessing cloud-based storage, blockchain technology, and industry-standard encryption protocols, the envisioned DACS endeavors to furnish a secure, scalable, and efficient framework for radiation dose management. This holistic approach, underpinned by empirical statistics regarding training in radiation protection, network infrastructure, and DACS implementation strategies, aims to elevate patient outcomes and ensure stringent regulatory compliance.

@article{Youssef2024,
  title     = {Dose Archiving and Communication System in Moroccan Healthcare: A Unified Approach to X-Ray Dose Management and Analysis},
  journal   = {International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications},
  volume    = {15},
  number    = {8},
  year      = {2024},
  publisher = {The Science and Information Organization},
  author    = {Lhoucine Ben Youssef and Abdelmajid Bybi and Hilal Drissi and El Ayachi Chater},
  doi       = {10.14569/IJACSA.2024.0150859},
  url       = {https://doi.org/10.14569/IJACSA.2024.0150859}
}