Skripsi
EVALUASI KESALAHAN RADIOGRAF PANORAMIK DI RUMAH SAKIT KHUSUS GIGI DAN MULUT
Background: Panoramic radiograph is one of radiographic technique that is often used in dentistry. This radiograph technique is susceptible to various errors that can affect the interpretation, diagnosis, and treatment planning. The purpose of this study was to determine common radiographic errors on panoramic radiographs in dental hospital (RSKGM) of South Sumatera Province. Methods: This type of research was descriptive observational by evaluating 410 panoramic radiographs that contained errors from patients aged 18-80 years in the period October-February 2020. Panoramic radiograph errors were categorized based on equipment preparation errors, patient preparation errors, and patient positioning errors. Results: Evaluation of 410 radiographs showed 862 errors with most errors were patient positioning (99,19%) which consisted of horizontal error (34,92%), tongue positioning error (33,18%), and vertical error (16,24%). Erorrs associated with exposure problems and apron/ thyroid shield artifact were not found in this study. Conclusion: Panoramic radiograph errors in Dental Hospital (RSKGM) of South Sumatera Province were fairly high. Providing material and workshop periodically to the operators is essential to optimalize the quality of panoramic radiographs. Keyword: error, panoramic, radiograph.
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