In plain language
In a self-reported survey of 90 Spanish vascular surgeons and trainees, most had initial radiation safety training, but few had refresher courses, many lacked regular dose feedback, and advanced protective measures were underused.
At a glance
- Type of study
- Original research, Cross-sectional survey
- Who was studied
- Vascular surgeons, Trainees
- Size
- n = 90 vascular surgery trainees and consultants
- Where
- Spain
- Topics
- Training and educationDosimetry and monitoringPersonal protective equipmentSafety culture and compliance
- Summary based on
- the abstract
What it found
Few respondents had completed an updated (refresher) radiation protection course, despite most reporting formal training during residency.
Key figures: 15.8% of trainees and 44.9% of consultants completed updated course; 94.1% and 75% had residency training
Routine feedback on occupational exposure was lacking, especially among trainees.
Key figures: 38.1% of trainees and 72.5% of consultants received regular updates
Advanced protective measures were underused.
A small share of consultants reported exceeding the 20 mSv annual dose limit; no trainees did.
Key figures: 0% of trainees and 4.4% of consultants
Many respondents had limited interaction with radiation safety personnel.
Limits to keep in mind
Self-reported anonymous online survey with a small sample (90) from one national society and an unstated response rate; descriptive statistics only.
Related research summaries
- Understanding radiation exposure and improving safety for vascular surgery trainees (2022, Original research)
- ICRP Draft - Radiological Protection in Fluoroscopically Guided Procedures (Guideline or consensus statement)
- SCAI/ASE/HRS/SIR/SVS Expert Consensus Statement on Enhanced Radiation Protection: Time for Mandatory and Urgent Action (2026, Guideline or consensus statement)
- Occupational Health Hazards in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory: Results of the 2023 SCAI Survey (2025, Cross-sectional survey)
- Radiation in the Orthopedic Operating Room: What We Know, What We Do, and What Needs Attention (2025, Narrative review)
How this summary was made
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Prepared November 3, 2026.