Radiation exposure GE 9800 vs Phillips BV

[olafa]

Is it possible to quantify how much radiation exposure you are getting compared to other units. I had a GE say that the 9800 emits less than the Phillips. How can I verify this?
BTW I do colimate and cone most images to minimze exposure, use half dose whenever possible, dont use live, but have DSA and use it when needed.

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[lobelsteve]

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[pastafan]

The 9800 was pulled off the market for several years due to emitting excessive radiation. I had a GE rep spin a tale about the model being retired and then brought back due to demand. No mention of FDA.

I do know that the state radiation safety inspector told me that my Pulsera had the lowest radiation that she had ever measured. I use a table lead skirt.

 

[olafa]

my badge reads low- I am using phillips now at an ASC and looking for an in-office fluoro. This GE rep said their "new view 9800" and would match our phillips quote. Honestly not a fan of GE, just my preference. I find these sales guys revolting with their lies and scams to get you to get their products.... when inquiring on GE, from a refurb guy, he pushed the Genoray heavily with all these promos etc... and he was even more atrocious, not impressed with their product either.