Increasing Awareness and Reducing Occupational Hazards in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Laboratories

Estelle Torbey; Suleman Ilyas; Kamala Tamirisa; Verity Ramirez; Christopher Steelman; Phinnara Has; Karen Aspry; Jim W. Cheung

doi:10.1016/j.jacadv.2025.102496

January 23, 2026JACC AdvancesOpen Access

Increasing Awareness and Reducing Occupational Hazards in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Laboratories

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To investigate the impact of educational interventions on reducing occupational hazards in cardiac laboratories.
Conducted educational sessions on safety protocols
Assessed injury rates before and after the intervention
Engaged staff in interactive learning modules
Notable decrease in reported injuries post-intervention
Improved staff awareness of safety procedures
Positive feedback on the effectiveness of the educational sessions

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Implication

Focused educational interventions reduce occupational hazards in cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology labs, indicating a safer work environment.

Abstract

Occupational hazards remain prevalent in the modern EP/CCL. Focused educational interventions may help to reduce injuries and risks.

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