Assessment of Chest and Abdomen X-ray Exposure of Patients in Dire Dawa Hospitals, Ethiopia
Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: This study aimed to assess the amount of X radiation absorbed by the chest and abdomen during diagnostic procedures. In three public and three private hospitals, the radiation exposures of 45 patients were estimated. The results showed that the entrance skin air kerma (ESAK) and tube load in milliampere-second (mA s) values varied significantly in all three hospitals. All hospitals were educated in standardized abdomen and chest imaging protocols, focusing on exact parameter calibration to provide the best picture quality and patient safety. These findings underscore the significance of continuous training, collaboration, and compliance with dose optimization protocols during radiological operations. In conclusion, accurate parameter modification is crucial for abdominal and chest imaging to ensure diagnostic efficacy and minimize radiation risks.
Source: Romanian Journal of Biophysics
Author: TIGIST SIMEGN
Institution: Dire Dawa University
Language: English
Topic: Radiation Dose and Imaging
Subfield: Radiology, Nuclear Medicine and Imaging
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4402313347