The University of the Free State’s (UFS) Faculty of Health Sciences has acquired a new thyroid dosimetry system that will enable more accurate and personalised treatment for patients with thyroid disorders.
The system measures how much radioactive iodine a patient’s thyroid absorbs and calculates the precise radiation dose delivered to the gland. This allows clinicians to tailor treatment to individual patients, improving outcomes while reducing unnecessary radiation exposure.
Medical physicist Dr Johan van Staden from the Department of Medical Physics said the technology helps ensure patients receive the correct amount of radioactive iodine for effective treatment.
“The newly acquired thyroid dosimetry system allows clinicians to determine the amount of radioactive iodine each patient needs, ensuring treatment that is effective, personalised and aligned with modern best practice,” he said.
Compiled by Clement Matroos
