Evaluation of exposure characteristics and radiological risks for cyclotron-based 18F radiopharmaceutical production workers in China

Key Points

• Radiological risks are significant among workers exposed to cyclotron-produced radiopharmaceuticals, highlighting urgent safety concerns.
• The study assesses exposure characteristics and calculates risk metrics, including prevalence rates of health issues.
• Assessment of cyclotron workers in China shows noteworthy exposure levels, measured via dosimetry and health interviews.
• Health monitoring protocols are needed to ensure safety standards for cyclotron-based radiopharmaceutical production.