[A urological x-ray study table with a 36-cm x-ray image intensifier].

The described urological table with 14" (36 cm) image intensifier represents a new concept. Instead of the conventional technique, i.e. fluoroscopy with a 9" (23 cm) image intensifier and radiography with film-screen combinations in a cassette, all X-ray diagnostic work is done with a 14" (36 cm) image intensifier and a 100 mm spot film camera. Field size of the X-ray image intensifier as well as spot film image quality are satisfactory to replace the conventional radiographic technique. The radiation exposure of patient and examiner is reduced significantly by the spot film technique. Omission of conventional radiographic technique allows reduction of table length to 100 cm instead of the conventional 140 cm. Furthermore, the new urological table facilities the anaesthesist's access to the patient.