In plain language
A narrative review of radiation exposure risks for anesthesia providers and nurses in operating rooms and interventional radiology suites. It stresses correct dosimeter use, attention to pregnancy, protective measures and ongoing safety training, but presents no new data.
At a glance
- Type of study
- Narrative review
- Who was studied
- Anesthesia staff, Nurses
- Topics
- Dosimetry and monitoringPregnancy and reproductive healthTraining and educationDNA and cellular effectsPersonal protective equipmentRegulation and policy
- Summary based on
- the abstract
What it found
The review identifies mobile radiography, fluoroscopy and computed tomography (CT) as sources of occupational exposure and emphasizes the cumulative effects of low-dose radiation.
Factors affecting occupational exposure are divided into modifiable ones (procedural technique, positioning) and non-modifiable ones (patient size, procedure complexity).
Personal dosimeters such as film badges and OSLDs are important for monitoring, and they must be worn correctly and their readings interpreted correctly.
Pregnancy-related exposure concerns are discussed, with emphasis on regulatory guidelines and on reducing fetal exposure.
The authors call for thorough radiation safety training for nurses, proactive monitoring and ongoing education.
Limits to keep in mind
This is a narrative review with no original data or stated search method. Only the abstract was available.
Related research summaries
- Occupational Protection in Interventional Radiology. A Joint Guideline of the Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiological Society of Europe and the Society of Interventional Radiology (2026, Guideline or consensus statement)
- Radiation exposure in interventional cardiology: a narrative review of health effects and novel approaches to ensure radiation safety (2025, Narrative review)
- Radiation Protection in Interventional Radiology (2022, Narrative review)
- SCAI Multi-Society Position Statement on Occupational Health Hazards (2020, Guideline or consensus statement)
- Occupational Radiological Protection in Interventional Procedures, ICRP PUBLICATION 139 (2018, Guideline or consensus statement)
How this summary was made
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Prepared November 3, 2026.