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Lead Protection Thyroid Collar
Minimize increased x-ray exposure risks for patients and medical personnel by using high-quality thyroid shields during imaging procedures. Several common thyroid conditions can have potentially devastating impacts on a patient's health. Lead thyroid collars prevent harmful exposure to this sensitive gland.
Universal Medical offers a full assortment of lead thyroid collars and lead neck shields to ensure quality care and peace of mind. Our thyroid x-ray protection is utilized by hospitals, private practices, and imaging centers throughout the world.
- Our AttenuRad CT Thyroid Shield offers tight positioning and adhesive backing for security during CT procedures. This state-of-the-art lead neck shield protects the sensitive tissues of the neck by blocking 60% of electromagnetic waves, without adversely effecting the CT image.
- We also offer Xenolite Radiation Protection Lead Thyroid Collars, available in your choice of color. These lightweight thyroid shields can be manufactured with or without lead.
- Our standard Lead Throat Collars provide a secure, comfortable fit for most users with Velcro closures. These professional-quality thyroid shields can be customized with your choice of color or embroidery.
- The Lead Thyroid Collar with Tether Ring is designed to attach to the complementary tether on the matching lead apron. Optional embroidery is available.
Give your patients and medical staff the quality care and protection they deserve with risk-reducing lead thyroid collars from Universal Medical.