2024 Spring International Convention of
The Pharmaceutical Society of Korea

2024 Spring
International Convention of PSK

04.17(WED) - 04.19(FRI)
D+28

Abstracts

P11-1

Radiation exposure mitigation devices for radiopharmaceutical production workers 

  • Eun-ha Cho*1, Yu-mi Jeong1, Young-wook Park1, Seong-soo Nam1, Ki-hwan Park1, Yoo-hwang Lee1, Tae-hoon Lee1, Jae-won Lee1, Kwon-mo Yoo1
  • 1Radioisotope Research Division, Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute

Radiopharmaceuticals are crucial for diagnosing challenging diseases and treating rare conditions but pose radiation exposure risks to workers. The I-131 mIBG production process restricts production to protect personnel, necessitating efforts to minimize worker exposure for safe drug utilization. This study focuses on developing device to mitigate radiation exposure in two key production stages: a transport cart reducing exposure during radioisotope conveyance and a decapping device minimizing worker exposure during sample vial opening. Addressing safety concerns in transporting radioisotopes in lead-shielding containers, a specialized transport cart was created, reducing risks and radiation exposure. Automatic decapping equipment enhances safety and efficiency in the sample vial separation process, mitigating radiation exposure. The resulting equipment underwent manufacturing and simulation tests, ensuring worker familiarity before deployment in radiation work areas. Anticipated outcomes include reduced radiation exposure during tasks, emphasizing the study\'s contribution to overall production safety. This study underscores the importance of minimizing worker exposure and improving safety in radioactive drug utilization.


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TODAY 2024. 05. 17

2024 Spring Convention

D+28

Conference infomation

Conference Schedule
Apr. 17(Wed) ~ 19(Fri), 2024
Conference Venue
BPEX (Busan Port International Exhibition & Convention Center) Busan Metropolitan City, Republic of Korea
Location
Early Registration Period
Feb. 20(Tue) ~ Apr. 3(Wed), 2024
Abstract Submission Period
Feb. 20(Tue) ~ Apr. 3(Wed), 2024
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