Transparent upper body shields are usually suspended from the ceiling and protect the upper torso, face and neck. The shield is contoured so that it can be positioned between the irradiated patient anatomy and the operator.

Flat panel mobile shields must be placed between personnel and the sources of radiation when used. Mobile shields are recommended for the operator and for ancillary personnel who must be in the room but who are not performing patient-side-work.

When used correctly, x-ray attenuating surgical gloves can help to reduce the risk of radiation dermatitis in a physician’s hands from exposure to scattered radiation. When wearing shielding surgical gloves, the operator must make sure their hands are not in the primary x-ray beam. The shielded surgical gloves are highly x-ray attenuating. If the gloves are in the primary beam the glove will cause a substantial x-ray tube output boost to correct for the attenuation of the beam, which an increase in dose to both the patient and the operator.

Leaded eyewear and thyroid shields are recommended if the operator performs patient-side work during the procedure.