Cath Lab Radiation Safety Consensus (2026)
Cath Lab Radiation Safety Consensus (2026)
• Six leading societies called for immediate improvements in cath lab radiation safety.
• Modern protection systems can reduce operator radiation exposure by up to 99%.
• Heavy lead aprons should be replaced by built-in radiation protection whenever possible.
• Updated safety standards are needed to protect healthcare workers.
Source: JSCAI, JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions, and JVIR. 14 July 2026.