X ray protection CT Shield system offers up to a 57% reduction of radiation exposure during a CT scan without significant changes in image
As the use of CT imaging increases, however, so does the risk for latent carcinogenic effects of ionizing radiation on radiosensitive tissue including the female breast. The recently redesigned Attenurad Shield System consists of a thin (1 mm) piece of bismuth impregnated synthetic rubber covering that mounts firmly on an offset quarter inch foam base.
Non Latex
No heavy metals
Sanitary single use
Disposable
No Noise, specially designed to avoid artifacts in the image
Adhesive backing to hold in place and for ease of positioning
CT Radiation shield have types of CT Thyroid Shields, CT Breast Shields, CT Eye Shield and CE Gonad Shield is designed to provide maximum to the radiosensitive is cut to a thickness of 1 mm allowing for a 60% dose savings to patient
CT Thyroid Shields
the CT Thyroid shield is designed to provide maximum to the radiosensitive thyroid gland. To ensure tight positioning, a curved notch in the center of the shield is placed around the Adam’s Apple and an adhesive backing holds the shield firm as the patient breathes and swallows. The CT Thyroid shield, when used for the soft tissues of the neck, is cut to a thickness of 1 mm allowing for a 60% dose savings to the Thyroid.
CT breast shield
CT Breast Shields offer up to a 57% reduction of radiation exposure during CT scan without significant changes in image quality, including artifacts and beam hardening effects.
Shield consists of a thin (1mm) piece of bismuth impregnated synthetic rubber covering that mounts firmly on an offset quarter inch foam base. Designed for multiple uses. Additional foam offsets available.
Available in Adult and Pediatric sizes.
Breast shield covers also available in 10 packs.
CT Eye Shields, designed for use in head and facial CT scans, mold over the nasal bridge with the eye shield portions laying flat over the patient’s closed eyes allowing for about a 50% dose savings to the eye lens.
Shield consists of a single piece thin (1mm) layer of bismuth impregnated synthetic rubber with adhesive back strip to ensure a tight seal with minimal air gaps. Intended as a single use product to prevent against potential biological contamination.