Estimation of occupational radiation exposure in spine surgery

Abstract

Awareness of the harmful effects of long-term low-dose radiation is increasing. It seems to be able to guess the radiation exposure dose to each body site by visualizing them in our research. There are significant differences in the radiation exposure dose under different conditions and for different irradiated areas. The risk of occupational radiation exposure was the greatest with the lateral position. Medical staff, especially spine surgeons, should consider how to reduce radiation exposure and protect themselves by using appropriate shielding and techniques.