Published October 1993 | Version v1
Journal article

A review of the management of radioactive wastes in medical institutes

  • 1. National Research Inst. for Radiobiology and Radiohygiene, Budapest (Hungary)

Description

This paper presents a review of the different types of radioactive wastes produced in hospitals, and introduces many of the sources of generation and subsequent disposal options. An example is given of the wide range of guidance available, both by national bodies in Hungary and international agencies, such as the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), World Health Organisation (WHO) and International Committee on Radiological Protection (ICRP). (author)

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Waste Management and Research
Journal Volume
11
Journal Issue
5
Journal Page Range
p. 429-439.
ISSN
0734-242X
CODEN
WMARD8