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Comparison of computed tomography shielding design methods using RadShield.

Matthew C DeLorenzo1, Kai Yang1, Dee H Wu2

  • 1Division of Diagnostic Imaging Physics, Department of Radiology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Suite 3A, Zero Emerson Place, Boston, MA 02114, United States of America.

Journal of Radiological Protection : Official Journal of the Society for Radiological Protection
|April 12, 2017
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This study compared four computed tomography (CT) scanner shielding design methods using the RadShield software. Results showed similar overall shielding recommendations despite some differences in specific calculations, validating RadShield's reliability.

Area of Science:

  • Medical physics
  • Radiation shielding design

Background:

  • Computed tomography (CT) scanner shielding is crucial for radiation safety.
  • Existing methods for CT shielding design vary, necessitating comprehensive comparison.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare four distinct computed tomography (CT) scanner shielding design methods.
  • To evaluate the reliability of the RadShield software for CT shielding calculations.

Main Methods:

  • Extended RadShield, a graphical user interface (GUI), to incorporate four shielding design methods.
  • Calculated air kerma and barrier thickness using NCRP, British Institute of Radiology, and isodose map methods.
  • Compared RadShield's overall recommendations with those from certified medical physicists.

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Main Results:

  • Significant differences in results were observed at specific calculation points beyond the CT gantry.
  • Overall shielding design recommendations, including average air kerma and barrier thickness, were similar across the four methods.
  • RadShield demonstrated reliable performance in CT shielding design.

Conclusions:

  • The RadShield software was successfully extended for CT shielding design.
  • The software proved reliable when implementing four different shielding calculation methods.
  • This tool aids in optimizing radiation safety for CT installations.