Effects of cervical collar on entrance surface dose, exit surface dose and image quality in plain radiography: a phantom study

Introduction: Trauma patients presented to emergency department usually come with spinal immobilization device as a precaution and initial pre-management care by emergency medical personnel. These types of patients are at higher risk for suspected cervical fractures and internal injuries. The use of...

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Main Authors: Adnan, Nadhratul Wardah, Sayed, Inayatullah Shah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Kulliyyah of Allied Health Sciences, International Islamic University Malaysia 2018
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Online Access:http://irep.iium.edu.my/67372/1/Effects%20of%20Cervical%20Collar.pdf
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