Evaluating the aerosolization of droplets from surgical instruments to assess the implications of surgery in SARS-CoV-2 transmission for both patients and providers. Cadaver study. Outpatient surgery center. Aerosolized particles between 0.3 and 25 microns were measured. Instruments tested included monopolar cautery with and without suction, bipolar cautery, a bipolar vessel sealing device, and tissue scissors. Each trial was compared to a background reading. Monopolar cautery without suction, Ligasure used continuously and Bipolar cautery produced the most aerosols. Monopolar cautery with simultaneous suction produced no detectable aerosols. Ligasure used for a single cycle produced notably fewer aerosols than during continuous use. Most aerosols produced were < 5 microns. These data support n95 use during surgical management of the upper aerodigestive tract, as well as the use of suction in the surgical field.
Download full-text PDF |
Source |
|---|---|
| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8457543 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/s12070-021-02872-7 | DOI Listing |
Publication Analysis
Top Keywords
Similar Publications
Histopathological Comparison of Various Tongue Base Reduction Processes.
Niger J Clin Pract
November 2024
Department of Otolaringology, Head and Neck Surgery, Kayseri City Education and Training Hospital, Kayseri, Turkey.
Background And Aim: Tongue base reduction surgery is the only minimally invasive technique that can be performed under local anesthesia as an outpatient procedure, especially to treat obstructive sleep apnea caused by hypopharyngeal obstruction. Studies reported that various devices could be used for tongue base reduction, but comparisons of these methods are limited in the literature. Our study aimed to compare the histological effects of tongue base reduction methods performed with the Celon radiofrequency, monopolar cautery, Coblator, and Sutter devices on the tissue.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFInfluence of interelectrode distances in electrocoagulation: is there any possibility and advantages to operate at micro-distances with low-conductivity effluents?
Chemosphere
November 2024
Treewater, 61 Rue de la République, 62009, Lyon, France.
Article Synopsis
- This study explores the use of micro-inter-electrode distances in electrocoagulation to enhance treatment and energy efficiency for low-conductivity laundry wastewater.
- The research analyzed how different interelectrode distances, current densities, and anode materials impacted the removal rates of pollutants like paracetamol and total organic carbon.
- Findings show that while micro-distances reduced energy consumption significantly, they also resulted in increased sludge production, highlighting a trade-off in using different electrode materials for optimal performance.
Exploring the Potential of Robotic Single-Port Surgery for Gallbladder Cancer: Initial Insights and Future Prospects.
Ann Surg Oncol
January 2025
Department of Surgery, Dong-A University College of Medicine, Dong-A University Medical Center, Busan, Korea.
Article Synopsis
- Robotic surgery, particularly the da Vinci SP system, shows promise for gallbladder cancer surgery despite being underutilized due to instrument limitations.
- *A 62-year-old woman underwent a successful robotic extended cholecystectomy for gallbladder cancer, with no complications and a quick recovery.
- *The study concluded that robotic surgeries can be effective and safe, highlighting the potential for broader use of the da Vinci SP system in complex surgeries.
Comparing sinonasal quality of life in pediatric nasal obstruction: Inferior turbinate cauterization vs turbinoplasty - A pilot study.
Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol
November 2024
Otolaryngology Research Center, Department of Otolaryngology, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran. Electronic address:
Objective: The objective of this study is to evaluate and compare the impacts of inferior turbinate monopolar submucosal cauterization and microdebrider-assisted inferior turbinoplasty on the sinonasal quality of life in pediatric patients with chronic nasal obstruction.
Study Design: A pilot randomized controlled trial.
Setting: Tertiary hospital.
Efficient removal of COD, BOD, oil & grease, and turbidity from oil-field produced water via electrocoagulation treatment.
Environ Sci Pollut Res Int
November 2024
Department of Chemical Engineering, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Guwahati, 781039, Assam, India.
Article Synopsis
- Electrocoagulation (EC) is an effective method for treating industrial wastewater due to its simple design, low maintenance costs, and ability to remove multiple contaminants without using harmful chemicals.
- The study focused on using EC in batch mode to treat produced water from oil drilling, utilizing high-performing aluminum electrodes to generate aluminum hydroxide flocs that capture contaminants.
- Results showed significant removal efficiencies for various contaminants, including 90% turbidity and 86% oil & grease, depending on the electrode configuration and operating conditions, highlighting its potential for water reuse.
Want AI Summaries of new PubMed Abstracts delivered to your In-box?
Enter search terms and have AI summaries delivered each week - change queries or unsubscribe any time!