Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
Abstract
Radiation exposure in paediatric patients is a significant concern, particularly in imaging studies like chest X‐rays. This study compares radiation exposure between digital radiography (DR) and traditional film radiography (FR) in paediatric chest X‐rays. This comparative study was conducted over one year at a tertiary care center. A total of 150 paediatric patients requiring chest X‐rays were randomly assigned to either the DR group (n = 75) or the FR group (n = 75). Radiation doses were measured using dosimeters the image quality was assessed by a blinded radiologist. Patient demographic data, including age and sex, were recorded. The average radiation dose in the DR group was significantly lower compared to the FR group. Specifically, the DR group received an average dose of 0.05 mSv, while the FR group received 0.15 mSv (p<0.01). Image quality was rated as acceptable for diagnostic purposes in 98% of DR images and 95% of FR images. No significant differences were observed in diagnostic outcomes between the two groups. Digital radiography significantly reduces radiation exposure in paediatric chest X‐rays compared to traditional film radiography without compromising diagnostic image quality. DR should be preferred in pediatric imaging to minimize radiation risks.
How to cite this article:
Prabhat Kumar, Uday Kumar, Amita Ranjan and Suryendru Kumar. Comparative Study of Radiation Exposure in Pediatric Chest X‐rays Using Digital Radiography vs. Traditional Film.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.1.476.479
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.36478/makrjms.2024.1.476.479