The Radiological Accident in Yanango

In February 1999 a serious radiological accident occurred in Yanango, Peru, when a welder picked up an 192Ir industrial radiography source and put it in his pocket for several hours. This action resulted in his receiving a high radiation dose that necessitated the amputation of one leg. His wife and children were also exposed, but to a much less extent. The purpose of this report is to provide an account of the circumstances of the accident and its medical aspects.

STI/PUB/1101, 41 pp.; 1 figures; 2000, ISBN 92-0-101500-3, English. 14.50 Euro. Date of Issue: 9/15/2000. Full Text, (File Size: 3381 KB).

Subject Classification: 0609 - Radiation protection; 0610 - Accident response.
Responsible Officer: Mr John Spence Wheatley, NSRW

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