In plain language
Among 189 UK trauma and orthopaedic surgeons monitored for 3 months, none exceeded the 20 mSv/year limit. Most lacked recent formal radiation safety training and were not routinely monitored.
At a glance
- Type of study
- Original research, Dosimetry measurement study
- Who was studied
- Orthopedic surgeons
- Size
- n = 189 surgeons
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Topics
- Dosimetry and monitoringTraining and educationPersonal protective equipmentRegulation and policySafety culture and compliance
- Summary based on
- the abstract
What it found
No surgeon's total dose put them above the UK annual dose limit.
Key figures: 20 mSv/year
Most surgeons lacked recent formal radiation safety training.
Key figures: 58.8%
Nearly all surgeons were not routinely dose monitored.
Key figures: 90%
Radiation exposure was not significantly associated with demographics or training.
Limits to keep in mind
Abstract only, with no dose values reported. The monitoring period was 3 months, dosemeters were worn only at chest and axilla (no lens or extremity), and training and personal protective equipment (PPE) data were self-reported.
Related research summaries
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- AST Standards for Ionizing Radiation Exposure (Guideline or consensus statement)
- ICRP Draft - Radiological Protection in Fluoroscopically Guided Procedures (Guideline or consensus statement)
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How this summary was made
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Prepared November 3, 2026.