Thyroid cancer following scalp irradiation. [X radiation]

Journal Article · Wed May 25 00:00:00 EDT 1977 · J. Biol. Chem.; (United States)

OSTI ID:7215319

Modan, B; Ron, E; Werner, A

A sixfold increase in the risk of thyroid cancer was observed among 10,902 persons irradiated for scalp tinea in childhood as compared to two matched control groups. The dosimetry studies demonstrated that the original mean dose given to the thyroid was less than 9 rads, yielding a risk of 6.3/10/sup 6//year. This carcinogenic effect of low-level radiation must be considered in the planning of safety measures against potential public health hazards.

• Research Organization: Tel Aviv Univ., Israel
• OSTI ID: 7215319
• Journal Information: J. Biol. Chem.; (United States), Vol. 252:10
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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