[Radiation hygiene in interventional radiology suite].

Area of Science:

• Medical Physics
• Radiology
• Radiation Protection

Background:

• Interventional radiology (IR) procedures necessitate managing high radiation doses for patients and healthcare professionals.
• European Union Law provides legal references and recommendations for radiation safety in therapeutic management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To systematically collect and analyze radiation hygiene activities and procedures essential for IR suites.
• To outline equipment requirements and radiation protection measures for patients and staff in IR settings.

Main Methods:

• Compilation and analysis of existing regulations and occupational experience.
• Focus on modern IR suite equipment, organization, and physical principles of ionizing radiation.

Main Results:

• Detailed examination of radiation hygiene requirements for IR suites.
• Emphasis on equipment, patient, and staff radiation protection based on current regulations.
• Discussion of physical laws governing ionizing radiation in biological contexts.

Conclusions:

• Understanding radiation physics, proper equipment use, and strict adherence to safety protocols are crucial for minimizing harm.
• This paper aids in decision-making for establishing new IR suites compliant with regulations and functionality.