Michel A. Periard
X-Ray Safety Consultant
TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS & REPORTS
TECHNICAL PUBLICATIONS & REPORTS
1. Adverse Effects and Complications Related to the Use of Barium Sulphate Contrast Media for Radiological Examinations of the Gastrointestinal Tract : - A Literature Review
by Michel A. Périard (2003).
Consumer and Clinical Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health Canada.
Abstract: This article reviews the clinical application, biological requirements and clinical properties of barium sulphate contrast media used in diagnostic x-ray imaging. It also outlines the risk factors and associated adverse reactions and complications involved with the use of barium sulphate, and presents documented cases where iatrogenic injuries have resulted. The article appeared in The Canadian Journal of Medical Radiation Technology, Autumn 2003, 34(3), pgs. 3–9 and is currently posted online:
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0820593009600050
2. X-ray and Gamma Photon Bone Densitometry in Clinical Diagnosis - A Review
by Michel A. Périard (2001).
Consumer and Clinical Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health Canada.
Abstract: The article presents a review of some non-invasive modalities, based on gamma and x-ray photon technology used in clinical diagnosis, and discusses their advantages and limitations. The article appeared in The Canadian Journal of Medical Radiation Technology, Winter 2001, 32(4), pgs. 24-32(English), pgs. 33-42 (French) and is currently posted online:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/gamma/index-eng.php#s2
3. An Inexpensive Medical X-Ray Image Quality Control Test Tool
by Michel A. Périard and Paul Chaloner (2000).
Consumer and Clinical Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health Canada.
Abstract: The article describes a quality control test tool that can be used to monitor the x-ray imaging system performance. The article appeared in The Canadian Journal of Medical Radiation Technology, Spring 2000, 31(1), pgs. 5-8 (English), pgs. 18-21 (French) and is currently posted online:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/x_ray_image/index-eng.php
4. Diagnostic X-Ray Imaging Quality Assurance: An Overview
by M. A. Périard and P. Chaloner (1996).
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health Canada.
Abstracts:
Part I: "Diagnostic X-Ray Imaging Quality Assurance: An Overview" discusses the essential aspects of a QA program recommended for implementation in a moderate-sized hospital's x-ray facilities. The article originally appeared in The Canadian Journal of Medical Radiation Technology, October 1996, 27(4), pgs. 171-177 and is currently is currently posted online:
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/radiation/quality-assurance_art-qualite/index-eng.php
Part II: "Hospital Diagnostic Imaging Quality Assurance Program Review - Survey Worksheets -" contains detailed worksheets designed to help radiology personnel charged with reviewing their current diagnostic x-ray imaging QA procedures. The article is currently posted online:
5. The Development and Application of the Phototransferred Thermoluminescence (PTTL) Technique to the Routine Re-Assessment of Absorbed Dose in the National Dosimetry Service (NDS) Automated Personal Dosimetry System by Michel A. Periard (1985)
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health and Welfare Canada.
Abstract: The report studied the phenomena of phototransferred thermoluminescence (PTTL) to develop and apply a technique for the routine re-assessment of dose for the National Dosimetry Service (NDS) automated personal dosimetry system. The report (No. 86-EHD-126), published by authority of the Minister of National Health and Welfare Canada, is currently archived.
6. Dose Re-estimation of Personal Dosemeters Using the Technique of Photo-Transferred Thermoluminescence
by M. A. Périard and R. P. Bradley (1983).
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health and Welfare Canada.
Abstract: The article presents the results of a laboratory study, an outline of the technique employed for re-assessment of personal dosemeters and an evaluation of the usefulness of repeated re-assessments of the same dosemeter and its potential application to the National Dosimetry Services (NDS) for dose re-assessment of personal dosemeters. The article appeared in Radiation Protection Dosimetry, 6(1-4), pgs. 273-276 and can be ordered online from the Oxford University Press Journals website:
7. Evaluation of the ATLAS (Automated TL Analyser System) for Use with the Extremity TLD Service - Technical Reports
by M. A. Periard
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health and Welfare Canada.
Abstracts:
Report 1: “Evaluation of the ATLAS (Automated TL Analyser System) for Use with the Extremity TLD Service” (TN 79-1A, October 1979) evaluates the operation of the ATLAS, manufactured by the Harshaw Chemical Company, Solon Ohio, to provide an automated TLD readout system for routine use with the Extremity TLD (Thermoluminescence Dosimetry) Service of the National Dosimetry Services (NDS). This report was for internal distribution only and is currently archived.
Report II: “Operation of the ATLAS for use with the Extremity TLD Service - Technical Operation Manual” (TN 79-1B, October 1979) was developed as an operator’s manual specifically for use by NDS staff. This report was for internal distribution only and is currently archived.
Report III: “Operation of the ATLAS for Use with the Extremity TLD Service - Dosimeter Processing System Revisions” (July 1981) presented procedural improvements, following almost two years of operational experience, to effectively streamline several steps in the dosimeter processing sequence and thus increase output efficiency with a view to expand the Service. This report was
for internal distribution only and is currently archived.
8. Calibration of a 137Cs gamma Source (Shepherd Model 142-10 Panoramic Irradiator) - Technical Report
by M. A. Periard (July 1981)
Radiation Protection Bureau, Health Protection Branch, Health and Welfare Canada.
Abstract: The report outlines the method and the instrumentation used to calibrate the National Dosimetry Service (NDS) Caesium-137 panoramic gamma source thermoluminescent dosimeter TLD irradiator and calibrator to within 2% accuracy relative to the National Research Council (NRC) Cobalt-60 gamma source reference calibration standard. This report was for internal distribution only and is currently archived.