The Radiological Accident in Yanango

By: International Atomic Energy Agency

In February 1999 a serious radiological accident occurred in Yanango, Peru, when a welder picked up an 192Ir industrial radiography source and put it in his pocket for several hours. This action resulted in his receiving a high radiation dose that necessitated the amputation of one leg. His wife and children were also exposed, but to a much less extent. The purpose of this report is to provide an account of the circumstances of the accident and its medical aspects.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9201015003
• ISBN13: 9789201015006
• Release Date: August 2000
• Publisher: International Atomic Energy Agency
• Length: 41 Pages