Radiation attenuation system

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2007-12-04

2007-12-04

Glick, Edward J. (Department: 2882)

X-ray or gamma ray systems or devices

Source support

Shielding

C378S004000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10999116

ABSTRACT:
A radiation attenuation system for use with Computed Tomography procedures is disclosed. The system includes a shield made of a radiation attenuation material and may be useful in blocking or attenuating radiation, and assisting in the protection of at least one of a patient and a medical personnel present during the Computed Tomography procedure. The system may be useful for both Computed Tomography scanning procedures and Computed Tomography fluoroscopy procedures.

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