thyroid x-ray shield

Thyroid tissue has rapidly proliferating cells, and repeated exposure to X-rays, especially in childhood, results in cell proliferation and an increased risk of cancer. The International Commission on Radiation Protection (ICRP) has issued special protection recommendations for areas of the body sensitive to X-rays, such as the thyroid

According to the ALARA (Minimum Reasonable Dose Exposure) principle, attendance at imaging centers should be with complete protection of X-ray-sensitive organs. Lead thyroid is used to completely cover the thyroid of personnel and patients with the highest level of protection

 adults and pediatrics thyroid x-ray shield

The highest level of protection  approved by the General Directorate of Medical Equipment and the Atomic Energy Organization –

    antibacterial coating –

lead equivalent 0.5 mmpb & 0.25 mmpb –

…..Used in imaging centers including CT scan, radiology,Denta , angiography and –

thyroid shield dimension