Staff Updates
Rampart radiation protection system
A new neurointerventional suite on theatre floor In 2021, RNSH purchased a Rampart radiation protection system to be used by the NI Unit. This is a conformable radiation protection shield that removes the need for the operator and scrub team to wear heavy lead radiation protection garments for most procedures. It is estimated that angiographic operating theatre staff have up to a 700% increased incidence of cervical and lumbar spine injury. The installation of this system will not only reduce the risk of injury, but also help staff members who have a variety of spine and other musculoskeletal issues. Rampart places a 1mm lead equivalent between teams and scatter radiation. Rampart’s superior protection is extended outside of the lead radiation protection garment’s traditional cover area, protecting the entire body of the operator and the team.t This is only the second Rampart device installed in Australia and the first to be used in neurointerventional procedures worldwide. The RNSH NI Unit is very thankful for this upgrade and for the prioritisation of workplace safety and staff wellbeing.
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Neurointervention Unit Annual Report 2021
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