Real-time dosimetry in interventional radiology - comparing the occupational radiation exposure in fluoroscopy-guided lower extremity and abdominal procedures.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Radiation safety concerns have spurred the development of real-time dosimetry systems. This study investigated the occupational dose exposure of interventional radiologists during lower extremity and abdominal procedures.

Materials and methods

Real-time dosimetry was performed during 102 consecutive interventions (51 lower extremity, 51 abdominal). Radiation protection measures included protective glasses (lead equivalent 0.5 mm), thyroid shielding (0.5 mm), vests (0.35 mm), aprons (0.25 mm), as well as movable acrylic and table shields (both 0.5 mm) during all procedures. Dosimeters were attached to the interventionalist's glasses on the side of the x-ray tube, to the back of the supporting hand, and under the vest. Using standardized values over time to account f

SUBMITTER: Krompaß K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12417226 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature