Document Type
Article
Publication Date
3-1-2011
Abstract
Radiography of the chest, head, neck, teeth, or extremity exposes the embryo or ovary to insignificant exposures of radiation except when radionuclides are utilized. In some instances, there is no exposure at all. Pulmonologists are fortunate with regard to the specific studies they request to provide clinical care because most of the diagnostic tests do not directly expose the uterus (embryo) or ovary. This article discusses radiation risks and their evaluation and pregnancy-related issues in diagnostic radiological studies.
Recommended Citation
Brent, Robert, "The pulmonologist's role in caring for pregnant women with regard to the reproductive risks of diagnostic radiological studies or radiation therapy." (2011). Department of Pediatrics Faculty Papers. Paper 35.
https://jdc.jefferson.edu/pedsfp/35
PubMed ID
21277447
Comments
This article has been peer reviewed. It is the authors' final version prior to publication in Clinics in Chest Medicine Volume 32, Issue 1, March 2011, Pages 33-42. The published version is available at DOI: 10.1016/j.ccm.2010.10.002. Copyright © Elsevier Inc.