PREGNANT WOMEN CAN X ray?

Except in urgent situations, and urged, should be avoided for the fetus do not have disabilities. What about ultrasound? In certain conditions, pregnant women often have had to undergo radiological examination although not directly in the stomach, such as X-rays in the feet and hands. Be tense and anxious mother, lest be a negative impact on the fetus. According to dr. Riris Himawati Sp.Rad. Bintaro International Hospital in Tangerang, Banten, the impact of radiation exposure that must be wary not only focused on X-rays from x-rays, but also from the CT scan, MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging), or check with nuclear. Riris mentioned, the CT scan is a diagnostic test which is the development of x-rays which combines the use of X-rays and computer technology. How to capture members of this body using X-rays are very "thin", between 0.5 mm to 10 mm. The pictures that appear on the computer screen is obtained by using X-ray radiation that surround the patient's body. "X-rays that penetrate the body and be absorbed by bone, skin or body fluids in a variety of different amounts according to terrain. The difference is that then causes the 'bounce' the light that comes out of the body parts have different intensities." Intensity levels is captured by the detector which then change the X-rays into electrical signals, then transfer to a computer for further processing into digital information. Furthermore, processed by a computer program to display 2 or 3 dimensional drawings and prints. While the examination which is the development of radiological technology is the use of nuclear technology. These technologies utilize radio-isotopes are injected into the body to detect abnormalities of the body. Such damage / disease of the kidney, bone, lung, thyroid and others. If there is any abnormality in these parts, which included the nuclear isotope will detect the dark by projecting a color image on the display. Technology is believed to be the smallest radiation dangers, or even none at all is the MRI. Because of this high-tech diagnostic imaging uses magnetic fields, radio frequency, and a set of computers to generate images of the pieces of the cross-section of the human body. This image obtained from the interaction between the molecules of body cells and the signals emitted by radio frequency. The data was processed image computer and then printed in the form of photographs. 

SOUND WAVES THROUGH Initially, continued Riris, people unaware of the adverse effects of X-ray radiation up to continuous use for years. Later became known only to birth defects, among others, thanks to X-ray radiation or other wave in radiology. "Since then, radiological examinations of pregnant women began to be avoided. Especially during pregnancy under 12 weeks. Therefore, when the formation of the organs of the fetus is not perfect." When the initial cell division is disturbed by radiation, it is feared will bring up the defects in the body such as hands, feet and head. Or abnormalities in the heart, lungs, kidneys, or cancer. Defects or abnormalities are usually discovered when the baby is born or when it is many years old. Through 12 weeks of gestation, the formation of the organs of the fetus is perfect, so some experts believe the fetus will not be affected whatsoever. But according Riris, if not very forced, doctors generally recommend that pregnant women still do not undergo X-ray images using "Even if compelled, must wait for safe time. Such examination was delayed until the last trimester or just after 6 months of pregnancy. It is also still done by giving priority to safety. For example, protecting the body with a blanket layer of lead for radiation effects can be minimized. Another case with ultrasound. Although also the development of radiology, the impact is in no way harm the fetus. Work ultrasound, clear Riris, using sound waves. This is confirmed dr. Rudianti, SpOG, on separate occasions. Ultrasound, obstetricians clearly who is familiarly called Anti this is one diagnostic method to detect fetal development. "Instead of ultrasound with all the advantages, to overcome the limitations of roentgen diagnosis that is rich in radiation exposure." According to Anti, an ultrasound examination uses high frequency sound waves will not cause adverse effects, both for pregnant women, fetuses, and physicians who perform ultrasound. "Unfortunately, there are still a handful of doctors who do not understand well how the ultrasound. It may be because the result is an image, they think Ultrasound uses X-rays and contain radiation, so its use should be avoided." Although ultrasound is done each month, said Anti, until recently did not show significant difference in body weight and birth length. Also no effect on child development, learning ability, or create visual impairment, hearing, and nerves. What is clear, he added, pregnant women are entitled to an explanation of the purpose / objective ultrasound examination. Including the advantages and possible disadvantages. Only When Forced In general, pregnant or not, is not radiological examination will have a negative impact on the body. With notes, Riris demolished, "Inspection not done repeatedly, such as 5-10 times a year. Because, among others, could potentially cause infertility, cancer, skin disorders or other." The impact did not snap. Time consuming and can not be certain when emergence. Therefore, the message Riris, perform radiological examination only if recommended by a doctor for medical indications. Meanwhile, according to Anti, ideally before pregnancy, a woman must consult with the doctor concerned to seek the possibility of the disease. Like the lungs, abdominal cavity, abnormalities in the brain, or bone fractures that eventually expected to require radiological investigation. When the safe or the disease can be treated, pregnancy can be immediately scheduled. Unfortunately, radiological examination is often performed due to sudden demand. For example, the mother had an accident and need immediate radiological examination. Usually the doctor will look at the condition of the patient. When you can wait until the end of pregnancy, the examination will be deferred radiology. But if very urgent / emergency, such as detecting blockage of blood vessels in the brain, CT-scan is usually the choice is permitted. "This may be due to save the life of the mother." Meanwhile, to minimize its effect on the fetus, the mother's body will be protected by a blanket layer of lead.