August 18, 2025Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource TechnologyOpen Access

Reducing Radiation Exposure in Diagnostic Imaging: The Case for Lead-Protective PPE

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RLRenato D. LópesAlnylam Pharmaceuticals (United States)JNJoão Ronaldo Tavares de Vasconcellos NetoUniversidade Estadual de Feira de Santana TSTAÍS DANIELLE AMORIM SILVAUniversidade Federal de Pernambuco

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Qualitative review demonstrates that lead-protective PPE significantly reduces radiation levels in healthcare professionals, suggesting the need for better training and ergonomic solutions.

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Lead-protective PPE can reduce radiation dose exposure by up to 90%, enhancing safety for healthcare workers in diagnostic imaging.
Many professionals lack adequate training and exposure monitoring despite the significant risks from ionising radiation.
A qualitative literature review evaluated studies from 2013 to 2023, focusing on the effectiveness of lead-protective PPE in reducing exposure risks.
Investment in ergonomic PPE and continuous education is essential to address discomfort and promote safety in radiological environments.

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Lópes et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68af2ef6cf1dd9ea359e70ea https://doi.org/10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i3249

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Qualitative review demonstrates that lead-protective PPE significantly reduces radiation levels in healthcare professionals, suggesting the need for better training and ergonomic solutions.

Reducing Radiation Exposure in Diagnostic Imaging: The Case for Lead-Protective PPE

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Reducing Radiation Exposure in Diagnostic Imaging: The Case for Lead-Protective PPE

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