The surgical staff’s total radiation exposure caused by scatter radiation is significantly reduced (by as much as 99%) at the eye, thyroid, groin, knee, and foot levels by using lightweight, flexible lead shields both on top of the patient (TOP SHIELD) and from the c-arm tabletop to the floor (SCATTER SHIELD).
The scatter shield leaded table drape works with the c-arm's X-ray tube on top or bottom, but the best radiation protection is provided when the x-ray tube is positioned at the bottom of the c-arm table. When both imaging table radiation shields are used together they are effective even when doing laterals and obliques. Easy to use, the ultra-light panels protect physicians and medical staff against scatter radiation while allowing unobstructed positioning of the C-arm. Easy on, easy off. Takes only a few minutes to place on the c-arm table. The Scatter Shield and Top shield are fully adjustable and can easily accommodate any view. The two 12 x 24 panels can be used as additional shielding with the Scatter Shield when not in use.
There is also another type that protects the patient more directly. A leaded C-arm table drape made for patients is a type of protective cover used in medical imaging procedures. It typically consists of a lead-lined material that shields the patient from radiation emitted by a C-arm imaging device. The drape is placed over the examination table and covers the patient's body, leaving only the area of interest exposed for imaging. This helps to protect the patient from unnecessary radiation exposure and improve the overall safety of the procedure.