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Vol.12 No.2

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Vol.12 No.2 pp.44-53
Visualization of scattered X-rays sources using a pinhole camera
in general radiography, computed tomography examinations,
and interventional radiology
Minoru OSANAI1, Rina TAMURA2, *, Chihiro TANAKA2, **, Hazuki MIKAMI2, ***, Tomuhiro NORO3, ****, Kohsei KUDO1, Shota HOSOKAWA1, Megumi TSUSHIMA1, Ichiro YAMAGUCHI4, Masahiro HOSODA1, Yoko SAITO1
1 Hirosaki University Graduate School of Health Sciences
2 Hirosaki University School of Health Sciences
3 Master's Course in Hirosaki University Graduate School of Health Sciences
4 Department of Environmental Health, National Institute of Public Health
* Nakamura Memorial Hospital
** Iwate Prefectural Ofunato Hospital
*** Aomori City Hospital
**** Japanese Red Cross Ishinomaki Hospital
Key words : pinhole camera, scattered X-ray, occupational radiation exposure, radiation education, radiation protection
With the reduction of the equivalent dose limit to the lens of the eye, effective management of occupational radiation exposure is imperative. This study, as one of the approaches to radiation visualization based on actual measurements, conducted a phantom study using a self-made lead pinhole camera to identify the source of scattered X-rays in general radiography, computed tomography (CT) examinations, and interventional radiology procedures. The aim is to obtain materials to optimize protection against scattered X-rays. In addition to patient phantoms, considerable X-rays were found to emanate from equipment components such as the diaphragm cover of the X-ray tube, bed, and mylar ring (the window of the gantry aperture) of the CT equipment. Recommendations include implementing more appropriate protective measures, such as improving the standing position of medical staff and adjusting how protective shield is used. Future research will quantify the pinhole image and develop the real-time visualization of pinhole images.
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