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Patient doses in hysterosalpingography

J M Fernández1, E Vañó, E Guibelalde

  • 1Servicio de Física Médica, Hospital Universitario San Carlos, Madrid, Spain.

The British Journal of Radiology
|August 1, 1996
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This study presents radiation dose findings for hysterosalpingography, establishing a local reference dose value. It compares dose-area product and entrance surface dose measurements to determine optimal dosimetric procedures for patient safety.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Medical Physics
  • Radiation Protection

Background:

  • Hysterosalpingography (HSG) is a common radiological examination.
  • Accurate dosimetry is crucial for minimizing radiation exposure in patients undergoing HSG.
  • Establishing reference dose levels aids in quality assurance and dose optimization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the results of a dose survey for 41 patients undergoing hysterosalpingography.
  • To obtain a local reference dose value for this specific examination.
  • To compare different dosimetric procedures for accuracy and appropriateness.

Main Methods:

  • Dose-area product (DAP) measured using a transmission ionization chamber.
  • Entrance surface dose (ESD) measured using thermoluminescent dosimeters (TLDs).

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  • Analysis of correlations between DAP and ESD data.

    • Main Results:

    • Median DAP: 713 cGy cm² (range: 247–1623 cGy cm²).
    • Median ovarian dose: 4.6 mGy.
    • Median effective dose: 3.1 mSv (range: 1.0–8.1 mSv).

    Conclusions:

    • A local reference dose value for hysterosalpingography was established.
    • Comparison of dosimetric methods provides insight into appropriate procedures.
    • The study quantifies radiation doses, including ovarian and effective doses, for HSG patients.