Dose optimisation - patients and staff

Introduction

This module considers the factors, generally related to choices in equipment, which influence radiation dose to patients. Key factors, such as exposure factors and field of view, are highlighted. Staff protection is not forgotten; the use of barriers as the main method of protection is described.

Module 7

Training Materials

Exercises

Contents

Introduction

1: How does CBCT work - Part 1

2: How does CBCT work - Part 2

3: Principles of Radiation dose and risk

4: Radiation dose and risk in CBCT

5: Justification - principles

6: Justification - referral criteria

7: Dose optimisation - patients and staff

8: Dose optimisation - quality assurance

9: Anatomy on CBCT images

10: Interpretation of pathology on CBCT images