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Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology 2/2016

01-02-2016 | Review

Radiation-Induced Cataractogenesis: A Critical Literature Review for the Interventional Radiologist

Authors: Kevin F. Seals, Edward W. Lee, Christopher H. Cagnon, Ramsey A. Al-Hakim, Stephen T. Kee

Published in: CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology | Issue 2/2016

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Abstract

Extensive research supports an association between radiation exposure and cataractogenesis. New data suggests that radiation-induced cataracts may form stochastically, without a threshold and at low radiation doses. We first review data linking cataractogenesis with interventional work. We then analyze the lens dose typical of various procedures, factors modulating dose, and predicted annual dosages. We conclude by critically evaluating the literature describing techniques for lens protection, finding that leaded eyeglasses may offer inadequate protection and exploring the available data on alternative strategies for cataract prevention.
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Metadata
Title
Radiation-Induced Cataractogenesis: A Critical Literature Review for the Interventional Radiologist
Authors
Kevin F. Seals
Edward W. Lee
Christopher H. Cagnon
Ramsey A. Al-Hakim
Stephen T. Kee
Publication date
01-02-2016
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
CardioVascular and Interventional Radiology / Issue 2/2016
Print ISSN: 0174-1551
Electronic ISSN: 1432-086X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00270-015-1207-z

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