How much do 68Ga-, 177Lu- and 131I-based radiopharmaceuticals contribute to the global radiation exposure of nuclear medicine staff?

Abstract Background The radiation exposure of nuclear medicine personnel, especially concerning extremity doses, has been a significant focus over the past two decades. This study addresses the evolving practice of NM, particularly with the rise of radionuclide therapy and theranostic procedures, wh...

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Published in:	EJNMMI Physics
Main Authors:	L. Struelens, E. Aalbersberg, L. Beels, N. Cherbuin, Y. D’Asseler, F. De Monte, A. Lopez Medina, M. del Carmen Riveira Martin, W. Schoonjans, C. Terwinghe, S. Van den Block, F. Vanhavere, H. Zaidi, V. Schelfhout
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	SpringerOpen 2024-11-01
Subjects:	Nuclear medicine staff Occupational exposure 68Gallium 177Lutetium 131Iodine
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s40658-024-00695-3