Table 1.
Novel radiation protection strategies and reported radiation reductions compared with traditional cardiac catheterization
| Product | Radiation protection strategy | Reported radiation reduction, % |
|---|---|---|
| Protego | Radioprotective wall between x-ray source and operator | 99 |
| Rampart | Portable radiation shield with cutout for patient | 60 |
| RADPAD | Bismuth sulfate protective drape | 44 |
| DoseAware | Real-time dosimetry with alerts | 81 |
| ClarityIQ | Noise reduction fluoroscopy algorithm | 73 |