Electrosurgical Smoke: Ultrafine Particle Measurements and Work Environment Quality in Different Operating Theatres

Electrosurgical Smoke: Ultrafine Particle Measurements and Work Environment Quality in Different Operating Theatres

Air cleanliness in operating theatres (OTs) is an important factor for preserving the health of both the patient and the medical staff. Particle contamination in OTs depends mainly on the surgery process, ventilation principle, personnel clothing systems and working routines. In many open surgical o...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Francesco Romano, Jan Gustén, Stefano De Antonellis, Cesare M. Joppolo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-01-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
operating theatre
electrosurgical tool
surgical smoke
ultrafine particles
work environment quality
ventilation principles
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/14/2/137

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