High Dose Radiation Effects and Tissue Injury RCE 10

Synopsis

This report is based on work conducted by the AGIR Subgroup on High Dose Radiation and Tissue Effects. The report reviews the scientific and medical evidence of the effects of exposure to high doses of ionising radiation and what health detriment these effects bring about. It also considers the available treatments and other actions available to ameliorate such effects. Uniquely the report also considers the psychological effects in both those exposed to high doses of radiation and those who may be called upon to treat the exposed people.

Last reviewed: 19 March 2009