A simple technique for intra-operative radiation protection in trauma and orthopaedic procedures.
With the number of orthopaedic surgical techniques using intra-operative radiological imaging, the need for effective methods of radiation protection is increasingly important. We describe a sterile, portable, easy to assemble method of providing adequate protection. This radiation protection shield is cost effective and can potentially reduce the risk of contamination and operating time.
Lee
Paul
P
Royal Glamorgan Hospital, Llantrisant, South Wales, United Kingdom. paul@medtaste.co.uk
Shanbhag
Vasudev
V
Iorwerth
Awen
A
D013502:General Surgery; D006801:Humans; D007432:Intraoperative Period; D016273:Occupational Exposure / Q000517:prevention & control*; D009873:Operating Rooms; D011835:Radiation Protection / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*