Optimizing X-ray Tube Voltage to reduce the Radiation exposure

Selection of an adequate kVp value will allow sufficient X-ray penetration while reducing the patient’s dose rate. In general, the highest kVp should be used which is consistent with the degree of contrast required (high kVp decreases image contrast). 

Henry Ford Hospital has many resources available (e.g., Staff Radiologists, Medical Physicists) to assist the operator in optimizing the fluoroscopy image while minimizing patient exposure.