Surface shield: device to reduce personnel radiation exposure

Journal Article · Sun Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 1986 · Radiology; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1148/radiology.159.3.3704160· OSTI ID:5519461

Young, A T; Morin, R L; Hunter, D W; Nelson, K L; Cardella, J F; Castaneda-Zuniga, W R; Amplatz, K

A simple device is described that can reduce personnel exposure from scatter radiation by up to 75%. The device consists of an oblong piece of shielding (0.75-mm lead equivalent) that is taped to the side of the patient during percutaneous renal stone removal and other interventional procedures. Contrary to other shields and barriers, this does not interfere with access to the patient. Scatter exposure data from phantom studies are presented and the rationale for surface shielding discussed.

• Research Organization: Univ. of Minnesota, Minneapolis
• OSTI ID: 5519461
• Journal Information: Radiology; (United States), Journal Name: Radiology; (United States) Vol. 3; ISSN RADLA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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