New-old methods of reducing and monitoring X-ray exposure in the interventional radiology environment

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Mateusz Michał Mirowski¹ 

[1] Instytut Medycyny Pracy im. prof. J. Nofera / Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine, Poland Zakład Ochrony Radiologicznej / Radiation Protection Department

关键词: interventional radiology;    radiation protection;    X-rays;    interventional cardiology;    radiation shielding;    methods of reduction and monitoring;   

DOI  :  10.13075/mp.5893.01022

学科分类：内科医学

来源: Panstwowy Zaklad Wydawnictw Lakarskich

【 摘 要 】

Ionizing radiation as a scientific achievement provides a variety of advantages, e.g., in the medical field. However, it also causes a risk of some illnesses, e.g., cataract or cancer. This results in the need to measure radiation doses and to reduce the unnecessary risk. There are 3 main methods of dose reduction, i.e., shortening the time of exposure, working as far as possible from the X-ray source, and using radioprotective shields. Together with the development of science and technology, dose reduction methods and radioprotection methods have also evolved. Besides improved shielding, the ergonomics is also more advanced, e.g., the zero-gravity shielding or light, and non-lead aprons. What is more, the awareness of using radiological protection and conducting the surgery in the safest way for both the staff and the patient is growing up. The goal of this article is to discuss the newest methods of radiation protection against the background of 3 main protection principles.

【 授权许可】

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