Application of infrared thermography in radiation protection and other medical fields

Zhen Yao, Minyan Zhao, Yulong Liu

Article ID: 1740
Vol 4, Issue 1, 2021

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Abstract


Infrared thermal imaging technology is another new branch for medical imaging after traditional medical imaging technologies such as X-ray, ultrasound and magnetic resonance (MRI). It has the advantages of noninvasive, nondestructive, simple and fast. Its application can radiate multiple clinical departments. This paper mainly expounds the principle, influencing factors of medical infrared thermography and its application in radiation protection and other medical fields.


Keywords


Infrared Thermography; Radiation Protection; Principle; Influencing Factors; Clinical Application

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