An x-ray diagnostic unit based on a gas-discharge converter

The authors describe a pulse x-ray unit based on a gas-discharge luminescent converter, including a two-channel high-voltage impulse generator, an x-ray radiator, and a control desk. The high dosage sensitivity of the gas-discharge converter and large dimensions of the operating field as well as small size, mass and power consumption make it possible to use the unit for roentgenoscopic low-dose examination in the medical diagnosis under outpatient conditions.