High technology and low technology measures to reduce risk of SARS-CoV-2 transmission - 26/10/23
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Highlights |
• | A variety of measures have been proposed to reduce SARS-CoV-2 transmission. |
• | Tools such as carbon dioxide monitoring may be useful to assess transmission risk. |
• | Low technology measures such as hand hygiene can be helpful. |
• | More evidence is needed for plexiglass barriers and oral and nasal antiseptics. |
• | Portable air cleaners may be helpful if ventilation is suboptimal. |
Abstract |
During the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, a variety of low technology and high technology measures have been proposed to reduce the risk for transmission. Identifying those measures likely to be useful in reducing viral transmission without undue expense or potential for adverse effects has been a challenge for infection control programs. The challenge has been compounded by the lack of tools that can be used to assess the risk for viral transmission in different settings. This review discusses practical tools that can be used to assess ventilation and airflow and evaluates some of the low technology and high technology measures that have been proposed as control measures for COVID-19. Some typical questions posed to infection control programs during the pandemic are presented to illustrate real-world application of the concepts being discussed.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, Plexiglass barrier, Carbon dioxide, Ventilation, Ultraviolet-C
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| Funding/support: This work was supported by the Department of Veterans Affairs. |
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| Conflict of interest: Research support to institution from Pfizer, Clorox, and Ecolab. |
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| This article was published as part of a supplement supported by STERIS Corporation, Advanced Sterilization Products, Inc., GOJO Industries, Inc., and IDEATE Medical, Inc. The opinions or views expressed in this article are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the funders. |
Vol 51 - N° 11S
P. A126-A133 - novembre 2023 Retour au numéro
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