Relative efficacy for radiation reducing methods in scoliotic patients

Journal Article · Tue Aug 01 00:00:00 EDT 1989 · Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics; (USA)

OSTI ID:5478728

Aikenhead, J; Triano, J; Baker, J ^[1]

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1. National College of Chiropractic, Lombard, IL (USA)

Radiation dosages to sensitive organs in full spine radiography have in recent years been a concern of physicians as well as the general public. The spine is the prime target for exposure in scoliosis radiography, though the exposure usually necessitates irradiation of several radio-sensitive organs. In recent studies, various protection techniques have been used including various lead and aluminum filtration systems, altered patient positioning and varied tube-film distances. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficiency for radiation dosage reduction of three filtration systems used frequently in the chiropractic profession. The systems tested were the Nolan Multiple X-ray Filters, the Clear-Pb system and the Sportelli Wedge system. These systems were tested in seven configurations varying breast shielding, distance and patient positioning. All systems tested demonstrated significant radiation reductions to organs, especially breast tissue. The Clear-Pb system appeared to be the most effective for all organs except the breast, and the Sportelli Wedge system demonstrated the greatest reduction to breast tissue.

• OSTI ID: 5478728
• Journal Information: Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics; (USA), Vol. 12:4; ISSN 0161-4754
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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