2023 Volume 22 Issue 1 Pages 10-18
The Regulations for the Prevention of Ionising Radiation Hazards have been revised in 2021. In line with this, lens equivalent dose management's importance is increasing in Japan. Therefore, we assessed and analyzed the lens dose of six percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) surgeons in real-time using a new type of personal dosimeter. We found that the dose rates varied according to the different X-ray irradiation directions, the surgeon's face position, and the ceiling protective plate. In addition, the percentage of incorrect use of the ceiling protective plate could be calculated. This study showed the value of real-time analysis and the need to pay attention to the conscious use of the ceiling protective plate.
