Abstract
An audit is an independent documented process for checking the accuracy of the activities performed and is intended to increase the quality of provided healthcare and more efficient working procedures. There are two basic types of audits: internal, which is performed within the organization, and external, performed by an accredited company.
The purpose of the audit is to provide independent feedback, verify the functionality of the system and analyse risks. Procedures for quality assurance in radiotherapy, including audits, are delineated by international and Czech legislation.
The specific form of internal clinical audit is defined within individual departments. The aim of this contribution is to present our own experience with internal clinical audit at the radiotherapy department of the Institute of Radiation Oncology of the University Hospital Bulovka in Prague.
The audit is performed in four parts: radiation protection, medical procedures, physical-technical part and procedures of radiation therapists.