Radiation Safety for Operators and Patients-Cathing for Two: Pregnancy in the Cath Lab

Cathing for Two: Pregnancy in the Cath Lab

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The speaker, an interventional cardiologist, discusses radiation safety for pregnant staff and patients in the cath lab. Key points include ALARA principles, continuous dosimetry, lower frame rates, shorter fluoroscopy time, and using shielding and newer protective devices. Pregnant workers have legal rights to accommodations, monitoring, and a safe environment, with recommended exposure limits of 0.5 mSv per month and 5 mSv for pregnancy. Studies suggest pregnancy in the cath lab can be managed safely with proper precautions. For pregnant patients, a multidisciplinary approach, fetal monitoring, left lateral tilt, and emergency preparedness are emphasized.

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Arasi Maran, MD, FSCAI

Keywords

radiation safety

pregnant staff

cath lab

ALARA principles

fetal monitoring