[Evaluation of the radiological exposure for medical terms involved in haemodynamic examinations (author's transl)]

Area of Science:

• Radiology
• Cardiology
• Occupational Health

Background:

• Cardiac catheterization procedures involve radiation exposure for medical teams.
• Monitoring and managing radiation dose is crucial for healthcare professionals in interventional cardiology.

Purpose of the Study:

• To quantify radiation exposure for medical teams during cardiac catheterization.
• To assess compliance with radiation safety regulations.
• To identify procedures with higher radiation risks and explore reduction strategies.

Main Methods:

• Calculation of radiation exposure for each team member across 35 cardiac catheterizations.
• Mapping of iso-exposure lines and determination of radiation values per procedure.
• Evaluation of different cardiac procedures and techniques for radiation risk.

Main Results:

• Mean radiation exposure values ranged from 150-250 mR/week, within permissible limits (3R/13 weeks).
• Coronary arteriography identified as a procedure with higher radiation risk (mean 50 mR/procedure).
• Team rotation facilitated continuous diagnostic activity within legal radiation limits.

Conclusions:

• Cardiac catheterization teams can operate safely within established radiation exposure limits.
• Implementing team rotation and optimizing techniques are effective for radiation dose management.
• Further investigation into specific procedural mechanisms can lead to significant radiation exposure reduction.