Salus Scientific has welcomed a significant multi-society expert consensus statement that advances occupational radiation safety in fluoroscopy-guided medicine. The statement, released by various medical societies including the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions, emphasizes the importance of Enhanced Radiation Protection Devices (ERPDs) in safeguarding healthcare professionals. The publication encourages healthcare organizations to adopt new technologies that reduce occupational radiation exposure and improve wellness for clinicians, who have traditionally accepted high levels of scatter radiation. Salus Scientific highlights that this change reflects a broader transformation in procedural medicine, where occupational safety is essential, not optional. The consensus serves as a call to action for the healthcare community to prioritize enhanced radiation protection standards, thus promoting both physician safety and patient care.
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:44:00 GMT | PR Newswire