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Mostafa A Abdelrahman1, Ahmad Abu Alfwares2, Haytham Alewaidat1
1Department of Allied Medical Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan.
Health Physics
|July 26, 2018
Summary
Radiologists show high compliance with leaded aprons and dose monitoring but low use of leaded eyeglasses. Improving radiation safety requires focusing on these protective measures.
Area of Science:
- Medical Imaging and Radiology
- Occupational Health and Safety
Background:
- Radiologists face elevated health risks from occupational radiation exposure.
- Adherence to radiation protection protocols is crucial but understudied in this profession.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the current level of compliance with radiation safety practices among radiologists.
- To identify areas for improvement in occupational radiation protection for radiologists.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based survey was administered to radiologists in tertiary hospitals.
- Compliance was assessed across three key areas: personal protective devices, exposure reduction techniques, and personal dose monitoring.
Main Results:
- While leaded aprons and thyroid shields were widely used, leaded eyeglasses were utilized by only 3.2% of participants.
- Approximately 50% of radiologists consistently employed exposure time reduction and primary beam avoidance techniques.
- A significant majority (66.1%) always reduced unnecessary exposures, and 93.5% consistently used personal dose monitoring devices.
Conclusions:
- Compliance with radiation safety practices varies, with notable gaps in the use of leaded eyeglasses and consistent application of exposure reduction techniques during fluoroscopy.
- Future strategies should prioritize enhancing the use of thyroid shields and leaded eyeglasses, alongside optimizing exposure reduction methods in fluoroscopic procedures.
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