Importance of Quality Assurance in Pediatric X- Ray Department

Abstract

A practical study was conducted about the importance of quality assurance in pediatric radiology in Omdurman pediatric hospital. The objectives of the study were to assess the performance and efficiency of the x-ray department in Omdurman pediatrics emergency hospital. In term of improvement to the image quality, save time and low cost. Relevant data were collected and obtained by observation, practical measurements, Interviews, Reject film analysis and quality control tests in order to achieve the above mentioned objectives. The study revealed that there are no radiation protection tools for technologists, patients and co-patients in the x-ray department. No immobilization tools and high overall reject rate (8.5 %). The quality control tests illustrate that the x-ray machine needs calibration and the dark room is not ideal. The study recommended that the control unit should be separeted from the dark room. Light leakage to x-ray films in the dark room through the door should be treated. The x-ray department should be supplied with radiation protection and immobilization tools, that is to ensure low cost, save time and image quality.