Radiation exposure and fluoroscopically-guided interventional procedures among orthopedic surgeons in South Korea

Radiation exposure and fluoroscopically-guided interventional procedures among orthopedic surgeons in South Korea

Abstract Background The use of fluoroscopically-guided interventional (FGI) procedures by orthopedic surgeons has been increasing. This study aimed to investigate the occupational radiation exposure among orthopedic surgeons in South Korea. Methods A nationwide survey of orthopedic surgeons was cond...

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Main Authors: Seonghoon Kang, Eun Shil Cha, Ye Jin Bang, Teresa W. Na, Dalnim Lee, Sang Youn Song, Won Jin Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-08-01
Series:Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology
Subjects:
Fluoroscopy
Health professional
Occupational exposure
Orthopedics
Radiation
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12995-020-00276-x

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