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Protection against contamination in mobile collective protection measures, filters [PDF]

Biuletyn Wojskowej Akademii Technicznej, 2020
The requirements for mobile collective protection measures for purification elements, against contamination agents were characterized. The methodology and results of penetration tests of the DEHS standard aerosol spray through the material and filtration
Władysław Harmata
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Defence against weapons of mass destruction. Technical and functional solutions in personal protection for Territorial Defence Forces [PDF]

Biuletyn Wojskowej Akademii Technicznej, 2018
The paper characterises methods of defence for use against weapons of mass destruction, as a form of troop protection system in the event of a contamination (infection) hazard from both the functional and the task-oriented perspective.
Władysław Harmata, Marek Witczak
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The effect of using automatic mask dispenser on the contamination of surgical masks in the operating room

حیات, 2022
Background & Aim: Hand disinfection methods are not germ-free, and infected hands transmit the infection. One of the personal protective equipment of the operating room is the mask, which will probably be contaminated by the hands when removing the mask.
Pegah Abasian, Aygineh Hayrabedian, Mohammad Javad Tarrahi, Ahmad Ghadami   +3 more
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Contamination Assessment in Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Devices Using a Complete Disassembly Cleaning Protocol: Two Years of Experience [PDF]

Journal of Rhinology
Background and Objectives Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a prevalent disorder that is commonly managed with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy.
Tae Jong Kim, Kyung Soo Kim, Hyun Jin Min   +2 more
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A Review of Food Contaminants and Their Pathways Within Food Processing Facilities Using Open Food Processing Equipment

Journal of Food Protection, 2023
This study focuses on the chemical, physical, and biological hazards that pose food contamination risks during the processing of food in facilities using open food processing equipment through a review of published literature from 2015 to 2023.
Mahsa Pakdel, Anna Olsen, Eirin Marie Skjøndal Bar   +2 more
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Human papillomavirus (HPV) contamination of gynaecological equipment [PDF]

Sexually Transmitted Infections, 2015
The gynaecological environment can become contaminated by human papillomavirus (HPV) from healthcare workers' hands and gloves. This study aimed to assess the presence of HPV on frequently used equipment in gynaecological practice.In this cross-sectional study, 179 samples were taken from fomites (glove box, lamp of a gynaecological chair, gel tubes ...
Gallay, C., Miranda, E., Schaefer, S., Catarino, R., Jacot-Guillarmod, M., Menoud, P.A., Guerry, F., Achtari, C., Sahli, R., Vassilakos, P., Petignat, P.   +10 more
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Surgical site infections: a comprehensive review [PDF]

Journal of Trauma and Injury
Surgical site infections (SSIs) represent a major public health challenge, contributing to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs worldwide.
Ahmad Reza Rezaei, Damian Zienkiewicz, Amir Reza Rezaei   +2 more
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Prevalence of bacterial contamination of touchscreens and posterior surfaces of smartphones owned by healthcare workers: a cross-sectional study

BMC Infectious Diseases, 2021
Background Mobile phones used by healthcare workers (HCWs) are contaminated with bacteria, but the posterior surface of smartphones has rarely been studied.
Akira Kuriyama, Hiroyuki Fujii, Aki Hotta, Rina Asanuma, Hiromasa Irie   +4 more
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Bacterial Cross-Contamination in a Veterinary Ophthalmology Setting

Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2020
The present study describes the prevalence of bacterial cross-contamination in a veterinary ophthalmology setting, a serious issue that can result in healthcare-associated (or nosocomial) infections among patients and staff. Retrospective (n = 5 patients)
Dominic Gentile, Rachel A. Allbaugh, Mehmet C. Adiguzel, Mehmet C. Adiguzel, Danielle E. Kenne, Orhan Sahin, Lionel Sebbag   +6 more
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Characterization of Bacterial Strains and Their Resistance Status in the Hospital Environment: Systematic Review [PDF]

Modern Medicine
Background: Clinical environments are considered reservoirs of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms that lead to the constant progression of nosocomial infections. The objective of this systematic review is to provide an epidemiological description of the
Diego Alejandro ESTRADA RIOS, Isabela MUÑOZ ARIAS, Alvaro Javier CASTELLANOS GARCÍA, Monica CHAVEZ VIVAS   +3 more
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