Apron for Front Protection RA641

Radiation protection aprons are already standard equipment in different departments, e.g. urology, anaesthesia, etc.. However, the currently used front protective aprons are designed for standing positions. But especially in the above mentioned departements, some interventions are performed with the operator in a seated position. This holds the risk that the gonads will be exposed to a considerably higher dose than when standing when a regular front protective apron is used.

(Horsburgh et al: “A Study of Occupational Radiation Dosimetry During Fluoroscopically Guided Simulated Urological Surgery in the Lithotomy Position”)

The main reason for this is the gap in the radiation protection that occurs due to the apron resting on the knees.

Perfect Protection against Radiation

For this purpose, a special gonad protector is attached on the inside of the apron. When sitting in front of a patient, facing forward, this protector hangs down protectively in front of the gonads, while the apron lies on the legs.

At the same time, the new design prevents the apron from slipping down the legs and exposing them. The larger side pieces in the lower part keep the apron in position during any movement.

When you are standing, the RA641 also guarantees complete X-ray protection from neck to knees. Here, the side flaps of the lower part of the apron can simply be fastened together in the back, so that they do not interfere with any movements allowing unrestricted work.

The Standard equipment includes soft shoulder pads and preparation for adaptable embroidery.