Dr. Hugo Vinhas

Head of Interventionnal Cardiology Unit of University Hospital Center of Algarve, Faro, Portugal

“ Cathpax® AIR cabin is a piece of essential equipment for the cath lab. The cabin provides an optimal X-ray protection and prevents musculoskeletal problems for the operator since it is possible to work without the use of the lead apron. I advise the use of the Cathpax® AIR cabin in all interventional cardiology procedures.”

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