Abstract
Safe radiography in scoliosis management is based on a sound knowledge of 1) the radiographic imaging process, 2) the degree of risk to the patient from radiation exposure, and 3) the radiographic requirements to both evaluate and follow patients with spine deformity. This paper is a current review of the subject and work done at the authors’ centers. It includes recommendations for reducing the radiation risk while maintaining necessary diagnostic information.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 741-748 |
Number of pages | 8 |
Journal | Spine |
Volume | 8 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1983 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Irradiation risk
- Radiation safety
- Radiograph
- Scoliosis