Optimization of the double dosimetry algorithm for interventional cardiologists

• Flexible and adaptive double dosimetry algorithm building methodology was proposed.
• Monte Carlo calculations were performed for variety of interventional cardiology irradiation conditions.
• More precise and less conservative algorithm was developed for effective dose assessment in interventional cardiology.

A double dosimetry method is recommended in interventional cardiology (IC) to assess occupational exposure; yet currently there is no common and universal algorithm for effective dose estimation. In this work, flexible and adaptive algorithm building methodology was developed and some specific algorithm applicable for typical irradiation conditions of IC procedures was obtained. It was shown that the obtained algorithm agrees well with experimental measurements and is less conservative compared to other known algorithms.