Open Abdominal Aortic Surgery in the Endovascular Era—Will we have Enough Volume for Vascular Trainees?

Abstract

operator eye dose outside the prototype was 249.3 mSv compared with 39.4 mSv inside, for an average dose reduction of 89% (P < .001).Conclusions: Attaching the prototype to both leaded and nonleaded glasses significantly decreased the eye and brain radiation dose to the operator. This face shield attachment provides meaningful radiation protection and should be considered as either a replacement or adjunct to routine leaded eyewear.