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World Health Organization--basic radiographic system (WHO-BRS) unit: experimental clinical evaluation
M Viamonte1, L O Martinez, G Hanson
1Department of Radiology, Mount Sinai Medical Centre, Miami Beach, Florida 33140.
Clinical Radiology
|May 1, 1990
Summary
The World Health Organization's basic radiographic system (BRS) offers satisfactory image quality for routine X-rays with minimal training. Patient radiation exposure is comparable to or less than conventional units.
Area of Science:
- Radiological Sciences
- Medical Imaging Technology
- Public Health Technology
Background:
- The World Health Organization and Pan American Health Organization developed a basic radiographic system (BRS) for simplified medical imaging.
- The BRS is designed for routine radiographic examinations requiring minimal operator training.
- This study evaluates the performance of a Siemens-manufactured BRS.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the performance and image quality of the basic radiographic system (BRS).
- To evaluate the ease of operation and training requirements for the BRS.
- To compare patient radiation exposure from the BRS with conventional X-ray units.
Main Methods:
- Physical parameters of the Siemens BRS were evaluated.
- Radiographic films from the BRS were compared with those from standard equipment.
- Patient radiation exposure levels were measured and compared.
Main Results:
- The BRS demonstrated very good physical parameters.
- Operation of the BRS requires minimal training.
- Films produced by the BRS were generally satisfactory.
- Patient radiation exposure was equal to or less than conventional X-ray units.
Conclusions:
- The basic radiographic system (BRS) is a viable option for routine radiography.
- The BRS meets design requirements for ease of use and effective imaging.
- The system offers comparable or improved radiation safety for patients.