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Occupational Skin Cancer in Interventional Catheterization Staff: A Scoping Review.

Sergio Ramos-Avasola1, Constanza Garces1, Nitza Espinosa-Rojo2

  • 1Escuela de Tecnología Médica, Facultad de Ciencias, Universidad San Sebastián, Sede Santiago, Chile. Dirección: Zenteno 234, Santiago, Región Metropolitana, Chile. Código postal: 8330323.

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|July 9, 2026
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Healthcare workers in catheterization units face skin health risks from radiation exposure. Most skin cancers occur on the left side of the body, in areas lacking protective shielding, indicating significant surveillance gaps.

Keywords:
cancerexposurehealth effectsmedical radiationoccupational

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational health
  • Dermatology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Interventional catheterization units involve chronic, asymmetric ionizing radiation exposure.
  • This poses a potential occupational risk for skin health among healthcare workers.
  • Limited epidemiological data exists on radiation-induced skin lesions in this population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To map and summarize scientific evidence on skin lesions in interventional staff exposed to ionizing radiation.
  • To analyze the anatomical distribution and tumor characteristics of these lesions.
  • To identify gaps in protection and surveillance strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A scoping review was conducted following PRISMA-ScR guidelines.
  • Searched major scientific databases for eligible studies.
  • Two reviewers screened studies and extracted data on skin lesions and radiation exposure.

Main Results:

  • Six studies met criteria, including case reports and a cohort study.
  • 120 tumors predominantly occurred on the left side (79.2%), affecting the face, neck, and upper extremities.
  • Basal cell carcinoma (76.7%) and squamous cell carcinoma (23.3%) were most common; melanoma risk was elevated.

Conclusions:

  • A consistent pattern of asymmetric skin lesions in unshielded areas was observed.
  • Significant gaps exist in dermatological surveillance, exposure assessment, and skin dosimetry.
  • Improved protective measures and monitoring are crucial for interventional personnel.