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  • Medical Physics
  • Radiology
  • Occupational Health

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  • Interventional radiology procedures involve significant occupational radiation exposure risks.
  • Accurate occupational dosimetry is crucial for protecting healthcare professionals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review challenges in occupational dosimetry for interventional radiologists.
  • To outline criteria for proper personal dosimeter use and optimization strategies.
  • To discuss the advantages and disadvantages of electronic real-time dosimeters.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review based on International Commission on Radiological Protection recommendations.
  • Analysis of CIRSE guidelines on occupational radiation protection in interventional radiology.
  • Examination of European Basic Safety Standards directive requirements.

Main Results:

  • Identified challenges in implementing effective occupational dosimetry protocols.
  • Highlighted the importance of personal dosimeter selection and usage criteria.
  • Summarized potential pitfalls associated with personal dosimeter use.
  • Outlined pros and cons of electronic real-time dosimeters.

Conclusions:

  • Proper use of personal dosimeters and optimization actions are essential for interventional radiologists.
  • Electronic dosimeters, coupled with software, enable active optimization of procedures.
  • Addressing dosimetry challenges improves radiation safety in interventional radiology.