Trinidad-and-Tabago-Congerss-Abstract-Book

20 th ISRRT World Congress 2018
Hosted by
Website: www.isrrt2018.org.tt
Email: queries@isrrt2018.org.tt
GENERAL IMAGING
Position of Radiographers in Quality Control Programmes in Tanzania
Stephen Samson Mkoloma 1 , Hellen Kundasai Njau
1 Graduate Radiographer, Ocean Road Cancer Institute, Tanzania
GI3-1
Purpose: To establish the position and role of a radiographer in quality control programmes. No previous research was
found in relation to Tanzania but researcher’s experience which is supported by various literature review reveal that
radiographers are insufficiently used for quality control as well as quality assurance activities.
Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional design using a descriptive approach is used where a structured questionnaire
developed by researchers using previous studies obtained through a literature review and in consultation with a
statistician was sent to radiographers electronically via radiographers’ forums and e-mails. Radiographers who after
being asked filled the questionnaire meant to automatically gave the consent, however information leaflet was attached
with the question thereon. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 20 and Microsoft Excel 2003
Results: Majority of radiographers (78%) don’t participate in quality control activities in their respective hospitals,
however 93% do only basic activities such as machine warm ups and dusting. 96% revealed that they don’t do it
because of lack of equipment for the task and 72% need trainings.
Conclusion: Results show that radiographer have minimal role in Quality Control and Quality Assurance despite that
they have that knowledge from their university studies. Also they reflected that they have zeal for it but supply of QA
and QC equipment is challenging. We recommend provision of need equipment and trainings for radiographers. Without
proper quality control measures, delivery of eminent and safe radiography may be compromised.
Key Words: Medical radiation, quality control, quality assurance, safe radiation, radiographers.
From an Osteoarthritic Knee and Hip, to the Conformis CT Protocol to the Customized Knee Implant GI3-2
Didier Nussbaumer 1 , Carolyn Bonaceto
1 Imaging Support Technologist, ConforMIS, Inc, USA
Purpose: Knee and Hip Anatomy, Knee Imaging, Knee Pathology.
Methods: Surgical Treatments, Conformis CT Protocol, Customized Knee Implant, CAD (computer-aided design).
Conclusion: Post-Surgical Radiographic Assessment, Patient Experience
Bauman’s Angle: A Relevant Tool in the Radiological Assessment of Bone Alignment in Reduced
Supracondylar Fracture of the Humerus in Children
Mrs. Elizabeth Balogun 1 , Dr. B.O Balogun, Dr.G.O Awosanya. Dr.G.T Adebule.
1 Radiographer National Orthopedic Hospital, Nigeria
GI3-3
Purpose: Supracondylar fracture of the humerus is the most common fracture of the elbow in children. Most are
complete fractures and the diagnosis is usually obvious. A major problem in the post reduction management of these
fractures especially after application of plaster, is the radiographic assessment of rotational and varus – valgus
alignment. This study aims at comparing the Baumann’s angle between the injured and the uninjured side to assess
the accuracy of reduction.
Methods: Radiographs of the elbow in 40 children receiving treatment for displaced supracondylar fractures of the
humerus, 90% of which were due to falls from standing heights were analyzed at the fracture clinic of the National
Orthopaedic Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria.
Result: 62.5% were males while 37.5% were females with mean age of 7.04 years. 95% of cases are extension
fractures while 5% are flexion. The Baumann angle in the normal arm of the patients ranged between 60 to 76 degrees
with a mean of 71.8.The Baumann angle at post-reduction best correlated well with that at follow-up greater than 5
degrees. Although excellent results were obtained in 60%, an overall satisfactory cosmetic outlook was obtained in a
total of 97.5%.
20 th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologist, World Congress
April 12 – 15, 2018 • Hyatt Regency Trinidad, Wrightson Road, Port of Spain, Trinidad, W.I.
Website: www.isrrt2018.org.tt Email: queries@isrrt2018.org.tt