Accidental Overexposure of Radiotherapy Patients in Białystok
Accidental Overexposure of Radiotherapy Patients in Białystok

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher: IAEA

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 120

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In February 2001, an accident occurred in the Bialystok Oncology Centre in Poland, which caused five patients undergoing radiotherapy treatment to be given significantly higher does than intended. This report reviews this accidental medical overexposure, the subsequent dose assessment and the clinical consequences to the patients. It also discusses the lessons learned and provides recommendations for preventing similar events from occurring.

Accidental Overexposure of Radiotherapy Patients in San Jose, Costa Rica
Accidental Overexposure of Radiotherapy Patients in San Jose, Costa Rica

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 196

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This report summarizes the assessment made of an accidental overexposure of radiotherapy patients that occurred at the San Juan de Dios Hospital in San José, Costa Rica, in August and September 1996. The assessment was carried out by an Expert Team convened by the IAEA in July 1997 at the request of the Government of Costa Rica. The findings of the Expert Team's assessment are presented in two parts: (1) an evaluation of the doses to patients by analysing the treatment records and physical measurements; and (2) a medical examination of patients, together with the autopsy findings for those who died. Thirty cross-sectional images are reproduced that show the dose reconstructions made for some of the patients. The purpose of the report is to foster information exchange with a view to preventing similar accidents elsewhere in the future.

The Radiological Accident in Istanbul
The Radiological Accident in Istanbul

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 92

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A serious radiological accident occurred in Istanbul, Turkey, in December 1998 and January 1999 when two packages used to transport 60Co teletherapy sources were sold as scrap metal. This report gives an account of the circumstances which led to the accident and the medical aspects, and the lessons learned.

Setting Up a Radiotherapy Programme
Setting Up a Radiotherapy Programme

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13: 9789201018076

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This publication provides guidance for designing and implementing radiotherapy programmes, taking into account clinical, medical physics, radiation protection and safety aspects. It reflects current requirements for radiotherapy infrastructure in settings with limited resources. It will be of use to professionals involved in the development, implementation and management of radiotherapy programmes

The Radiological Accident in Samut Prakarn
The Radiological Accident in Samut Prakarn

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Published: 2002

Total Pages: 68

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In late January and February 2000 a radiological accident occurred in Samut Prakarn, Thailand, when a disused Co-60 teletherapy head was partially dismantled, taken from an unsecured storage location and sold as scrap metal. This report gives an account of the circumstances which led to the accident, the medical aspects and the lessons learned.

The Radiological Accident in Lilo
The Radiological Accident in Lilo

Author: International Atomic Energy Agency

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Published: 2000

Total Pages: 122

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The radiological accident described in this report took place in Lilo, Georgia, when sealed radiation sources were abandoned by a previous owner at a site without following established regulatory safety procedures. As a consequence, 11 individuals at the site were exposed for a long period of time to high doses of radiation which resulted inter alia in severe radiation induced skin injuries. The present report, which is co-sponsored by the World Health Organization, provides information on the medical management of radiation induced skin injuries as well as a comprehensive report on the circumstances and details of the accident and the lessons to be learned.