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Current Cardiology Reports

Implementing a ‘Lead [Apron]-Free’ Cardiac Catheterization: Current Status

  • Open Access
  • 25-07-2024
  • Radiation Protection
  • New Therapies for Cardiovascular Disease (AA Bavry and MR Massoomi, Section Editors)
Published in:
Authors
Akash H. Patel
Vishal Patel
Yicheng Tang
Sai Shah
George Tang
Morton J. Kern
Published in
Current Cardiology Reports | Issue 9/2024

Abstract

Purpose of Review

In this review, we discuss the status of novel radiation shielding and other methods to reduce radiation exposure and its associated health risks within the CCL.

Recent Findings

There are many devices on the market each with its unique advantages and inherent flaws. Several are available for widespread use with promising data, while others still in development.

Summary

The field of percutaneous transcatheter interventions includes complex procedures often involving significant radiation exposure. Increased radiation exposes the proceduralist and CCL staff to potential harm from both direct effects of radiation but also from the ergonomic consequences of daily use of heavy personal protective equipment. Here we discuss several innovative efforts to reduce both radiation exposure and orthopedic injury within the CCL that are available, leading to a safer daily routine in a “lead [apron]-free” environment.
Title
Implementing a ‘Lead [Apron]-Free’ Cardiac Catheterization: Current Status
Authors
Akash H. Patel
Vishal Patel
Yicheng Tang
Sai Shah
George Tang
Morton J. Kern
Publication date
25-07-2024
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Cardiology Reports / Issue 9/2024
Print ISSN: 1523-3782
Electronic ISSN: 1534-3170
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11886-024-02102-w
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