Arizona law lets hospitals replace lead aprons in IR and cardiac cath labs

Arizona law now permits equipment-based radiation shielding instead of lead aprons in interventional radiology and cardiac cath labs, citing orthopedic strain. Signed Jun 19; House vote 50-2, Senate 29-0.

• Staff who opt out of lead aprons must wear specialized real-time dosimeters.
• Hospitals may require additional shielding if radiation safety officers deem it necessary.
• The Society of Interventional Radiology and other groups endorse modern shielding to improve safety and reduce workplace injuries.

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