Description This report is intended to guide radiologists and others concerned with diagnostic radiology with regard to the factors that influence
radiation doses, and hence radiation risks, from different types of X-ray examination. It supersedes Publication Number 16 on the same
subject.
Audience
For all involved in radiation protection.
Contents General physical and biological principles. Clinical judgment and administrative practices. Technical and physical factors in protection
of the patient. Specific types of radiological procedures. References. Appendix 1: Determination of organ doses from diagnostic X-ray
examinations. Appendix 2: Example of the calculation of organ doses from examinations of the thoracic spine and lumbar spine. Appendix
3: ICRP Publication 26 material on medical exposure.
Books and book related electronic products are priced in US dollars (USD), euro (EUR), and Great Britain Pounds (GBP). USD prices apply to the Americas and Asia Pacific. EUR prices apply in Europe and the Middle East. GBP prices apply to the UK and all other countries.
Home | Elsevier Sites | Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions | Feedback | Site Map | A Reed Elsevier Company