Assessment of scatter radiation dose received by comforters and carers during digital breast tomosynthesis mammography

Introduction Mammographic imaging can cause considerable stress and anxiety for some patients and may require someone to remain in the room during the procedure to provide both physical and emotional support. As such, these comforters and carers (C&C) are exposed to ionising radiation. Limited e...

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Published in:Journal of Medical Radiation Sciences
Main Authors: Michelle Kostidis, Joshua G Varcoe, Peter Barnes
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2023-06-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/jmrs.649