A novel use for lead shields in theatre: the Hartshill window.
The problem of radiation exposure to surgeons during radiographic screening has been previously highlighted. We describe a simple, cheap and reusable device for reducing exposure time and improving image quality during the treatment of wrist and hand fractures.
Roberts
P J
PJ
North Staffordshire Royal Infirmary, Hartshill, Stoke-on-Trent, UK. pjr67@hotmail.com
Wade
R H
RH
Thomas
O L
OL
Porter
N
N
D050723:Fractures, Bone / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D006230:Hand Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007854:Lead; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000517:prevention & control*; D009873:Operating Rooms; D009985:Orthopedics; D011835:Radiation Protection / Q000295:instrumentation*; D011859:Radiography; D014954:Wrist Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery
D007854:Lead