Status of Radiation Protection in Diagnostic Imaging in Ghana

This work was undertaken to assess the factors affecting radiation protection within medical imaging departments in Ghana. The study confirms the anecdotal evidence regarding limitations in the provision of good radiation protection in the practice of radiography in the country. Justification in x-ray examinations was identified as problematic. There were no definite referral guidelines and policies in place which contribute to unnecessary imaging practices.

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The Author is a qualified Radiographer born in April 10, 1963. He is a lecturer and Head of Radiography Department, University of Ghana. His interest is in radiation protection and patient care. He holds MSc. from cardiff University,UK and B.Tech(Hons)from the Technikon Witwaterstrand (University of Johannesburg) in the Republic of South Africa