Climate Change and Globally Sustainable Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance.
Authors
Bodnariuc N,Markl M,Cook T,Law M,Hanneman K
Affiliations (5)
Affiliations (5)
- Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Canada.
- Department of Radiology, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA.
- Department of Radiology, Hospital of University of Pennsylvania.
- Department of Neuroscience in the School of Translational Medicine at Monash University, Department of Radiology, Alfred Health, Melbourne.
- Department of Medical Imaging, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto; Joint Department of Medical Imaging, University Medical Imaging Toronto, University Health Network (UHN) and Sinai Health System (SHS), Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Electronic address: [email protected].
Abstract
Climate change is driving increased cardiovascular risk and demand for medical imaging. While cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) plays a critical role in diagnosing and managing cardiovascular disease, it is also among the most environmentally intensive imaging modalities. This review outlines the environmental impact of CMR and presents strategies to reduce emissions, conserve resources, and improve sustainability. From operational efficiencies to artificial intelligence innovation and systems-level reform, CMR professionals and industry partners all have a role to play. Implementing sustainable practices will be essential to support both patient care and planetary health as global CMR demand continues to rise.
Topics
Climate ChangeCardiovascular DiseasesMagnetic Resonance ImagingJournal ArticleReview