Assessment of Radiation Protection Compliance in Conventional Radiology Units: A Cross-Sectional Study from Ibn Tofail Hospital, Marrakech
Ahmed, W.; Adil, A.; Mohamed, B.; Mohamed, S.
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BackgroundRadiation protection is a fundamental component of diagnostic radiology to minimize occupational and patient exposure to ionizing radiation. ObjectiveTo assess compliance with radiation protection standards and identify key deficiencies in conventional radiology units. MethodsA descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in the radiology department of Ibn Tofail University Hospital, Marrakech. Twenty-five occupationally exposed radiology personnel were included using exhaustive sampling. Data were collected using structured observation grids and self-administered questionnaires to assess compliance with radiation protection standards. ResultsThe study revealed major deficiencies, including absence of individual dosimetry, inadequate structural shielding, poor quality control procedures, and non-compliance with occupational safety standards. ConclusionRadiation protection practices remain suboptimal, requiring urgent institutional reinforcement of regulatory compliance and enforcement, monitoring systems, and training programs.
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