The reference man in cardiac cath-lab – more weight, more attention

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The reference man in cardiac cath-lab – more weight, more attention

Journal Title: Inżynier i Fizyk Medyczny - Year 2014, Vol 3, Issue 6

Abstract

Introduction and aim of the study: In radiation protection the standard of reference man provides a benchmark with respect to radiation doses which should not be exceeded in the diagnosis and treatment with ionizing radiation. The aim of the study was a comparative analysis between the height and weight of patients who underwent coronary angioplasty was performed and the reference man. Material and methods: Study group consisted of 372 patients who underwent coronary angioplasty. The study was performed by the retrospective analysis of medical records from the cardiac cath-lab. Results: In group of women, average weight was about 13 kilograms higher in relation to the reference, in group of man – about 14 kilograms. The while the women were an average of 1 cm lower and a male about 2 cm. The highest percentage of men and women surveyed were overweight, respectively 40,8% and 42%. Conclusions: During the planning and implementation procedures should take into account the patient’s BMI in order to minimize the risk of radiation.

Authors and Affiliations

Ewa Pasieka, Jacek Lewandowski

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EP ID EP73435
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