Background
Current protocols for intraoperative radiation safety in orthopaedic training
Basics of radiation
C-arm Part | Function |
---|---|
X-ray Tube | Source of x-ray beam |
Image Intensifier | Captures the x-ray beams and converts them into an image that is displayed on the display monitor |
Collimator | Contains various apertures that determine the size and shape of the x-ray beam |
Display Monitor | Displays the x-ray |
Effects of radiation on living tissue
Personal protective equipment
Scatter
Establishing proper terminology and communication
Mini C-arm
The need for radiation
Future directions in intraoperative imaging
Conclusions
-
Using personal protective equipment
-
Increasing your distance from the x-ray tube
-
Keeping hands out of the direct x-ray beam when possible
-
Positioning of the image intensifier as close to the patient as possible
-
Using a collimator to decrease the size of the x-ray beam
-
Establishing effective communication with the radiology technician