Einsatz von Patienten-Strahlenschutzmitteln in der diagnostischen und interventionellen Radiologie

Abstract

The use of patient contact shielding provides an opportunity to reduce patient radiation exposure. Recently, the use has been the subject of controversy. The Radiation Protection Committee has published arecommendation on the use of patient radiation shields by considering the recent findings on dose savings but also the risks of incorrect use. In this article, aspecification for the more frequently used types of X‑ray examination is given, which describes whether and which radiation contact shielding should be used. This is accompanied by arationale for the use or non-use of patient radiation protection agents. Problems and possible errors are explained, as well as how to deal with special situations such as pregnant women and children.