57-409 Breast Shields

Provides protection to the radiosensitive breast and lung parenchyma adjacent to the spine. Fully adjustable; may be used on the Filter Holder Assembly (57-426) with or without a compensation filter. Consists of two 3 x 3 inch steel/lead shields with magnetic tape on one side.

Clear Pb^® Filters Normally in Stock! Protect The Patient

Your patients appreciate the professional X-ray approach that reduces exposure and shields breast and gonadal areas.
Use at 40" or 72"
Magnetic - quick and easy to use
Clear-Pb^® (lead) avoids graininess of aluminum filters
Eliminate burn out areas

Filter Benefits

Improve image quality
Filters are 30% lead by weight
Reduce the need for multiple exposures
Ensure a more uniform image density
Reduce patient exposure by selectively attenuating the x-ray beam
Lightweight, easy to use
Mounts to any collimator
Collimator light field is never blocked