Radiation-associated cataracts among interventional physicians and support staff

Gerald R. Schultz

doi:10.1016/j.jicc.2015.10.016

Radiation-associated cataracts among interventional physicians and support staff

Gerald R. Schultz

School of Medicine

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Abstract

The lens is especially sensitive to ionization from radiation which alters the protein in its organized collagen fibers, making them opaque. Professional and ancillary personnel are at risk for developing radiation-induced cataracts since the radiation can have an accumulative effect. Appropriate detection devices, protective clothing, and shields in the exam area as well as safe techniques can reduce, if not eliminate this danger.

Original language	American English
Pages (from-to)	102-104
Number of pages	3
Journal	Journal of Indian College of Cardiology
Volume	6
Issue number	Suppl_1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jicc.2015.10.016
State	Published - May 1 2016

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Radiology
Medicine and Health Sciences
Surgery

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Radiation-associated cataracts among interventional physicians and support staff

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