Radiation protection in interventional radiology
Adamus R, Loose R, Wucherer M, Uder M, Galster M (2016)
Publication Type: Journal article
Publication year: 2016
Journal
Book Volume: 56
Pages Range: 275-81
Journal Issue: 3
DOI: 10.1007/s00117-016-0083-0
Abstract
The application of ionizing radiation in medicine seems to be a safe procedure for patients as well as for occupational exposition to personnel. The developments in interventional radiology with fluoroscopy and dose-intensive interventions require intensified radiation protection. It is recommended that all available tools should be used for this purpose. Besides the options for instruments, x-ray protection at the intervention table must be intensively practiced with lead aprons and mounted lead glass. A special focus on eye protection to prevent cataracts is also recommended. The development of cataracts might no longer be deterministic, as confirmed by new data; therefore, the International Commission on Radiological Protection (ICRP) has lowered the threshold dose value for eyes from 150 mSv/year to 20 mSv/year. Measurements show that the new values can be achieved by applying all X-ray protection measures plus lead-containing eyeglasses.
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APA:
Adamus, R., Loose, R., Wucherer, M., Uder, M., & Galster, M. (2016). Radiation protection in interventional radiology. Radiologe, 56(3), 275-81. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00117-016-0083-0
MLA:
Adamus, R., et al. "Radiation protection in interventional radiology." Radiologe 56.3 (2016): 275-81.
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