[Perspectives] Abdominal shielding not recommended for diagnostic imaging with ionising radiation during pregnancy

In part due to its rare occurrence, cancer during pregnancy poses unique challenges that require careful consideration of both maternal and fetal health. For the best possible outcome for both mother and child, management during pregnancy should closely follow established guidelines.1 Oncological staging is necessary to identify optimal personalised treatment plans for each patient, and should be performed in the same manner as for patients who are not pregnant. However, selecting appropriate imaging methods, especially among those that use ionising radiation, requires a careful balance between maternal benefits and fetal risks.