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    Surgeons experienced low radiation exposure to the thyroid and eyes during dynamic hip screw surgery. However, the dominant hand received higher doses, which a memory device helped reduce significantly.

    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Medical Imaging
    • Radiation Safety

    Background:

    • Minimally invasive orthopedic procedures like dynamic hip screw (DHS) insertion utilize fluoroscopic guidance.
    • Surgeons and patients are exposed to ionizing radiation during these procedures, necessitating radiation dose monitoring.
    • Understanding radiation exposure patterns is crucial for implementing effective protective measures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To quantify radiation exposure to surgeons and patients during dynamic hip screw insertion.
    • To identify specific areas of high radiation dose for the surgeon.
    • To evaluate the efficacy of a memory device in reducing radiation exposure.

    Main Methods:

    • Radiation levels were measured in ten cases of dynamic hip screw insertion using image-intensified screening.

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  • Dosimetry was employed to assess irradiation of the surgeon's thyroid, eyes, and dominant hand.
  • A memory device was utilized during screening in a subset of cases to assess its impact on radiation levels.

    • Main Results:

    • Low levels of irradiation were recorded for the surgeon's thyroid and eyes.
    • The surgeon's dominant hand frequently received higher radiation doses compared to other areas.
    • Utilizing a memory device during screening significantly reduced measured radiation levels (P < 0.05).

    Conclusions:

    • Dynamic hip screw procedures involve radiation exposure risks, particularly to the surgeon's dominant hand.
    • Implementing protective measures and utilizing devices like memory units can effectively mitigate radiation exposure.
    • Further development and application of methods to measure surgeon hand irradiation are recommended.