Simple methods to reduce patient exposure during scoliosis radiography

Journal Article · Thu May 01 00:00:00 EDT 1986 · Radiol. Technol.; (United States)

OSTI ID:5269132

Butler, P F; Thomas, A W; Thompson, W E; Wollerton, M A; Rachlin, J A

Radiation exposure to the breasts of adolescent females can be reduced significantly through the use of one or all of the following methods: fast, rare-earth screen-film combinations; specially designed compensating filters; and breast shielding. The importance of exposure reduction during scoliosis radiography as well as further details on the above described methods are discussed. In addition, the early results of a Center for Devices and Radiological Health study, which recorded exposure and technique data for scoliosis radiography, is presented.

• Research Organization: Food and Drug Administration, Rockville, MD
• OSTI ID: 5269132
• Journal Information: Radiol. Technol.; (United States), Vol. 5
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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