Estimation of radiation dose to commuters using patient transport from thyrotoxicosis patients treated with I-131 at universitas academic hospital

Key Points

• This research aims to estimate the radiation dose received by commuters due to the transport of thyrotoxicosis patients treated with I-131.
• Analyzed radiation doses associated with patient transport from the hospital
• Considered a limit of 555 MBq
• Evaluated socioeconomic factors impacting the results.
• Estimated radiation dose to commuters was significant with the use of I-131 for treatment.
• The analysis reveals important public health considerations in patient transport.
• Addressed the socioeconomic implications of radiation exposure.