Laminar airflow and mixing ventilation: Which is better for operating room airflow distribution near an orthopedic surgical patient?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2018.11.023
Abstract: BACKGROUND There has been little research on the performance of laminar airflow (LAF) and mixing ventilation (MV) systems regarding clean airflow distribution near a surgical patient in operating rooms (ORs). The objective of this study… read more here.
Keywords: airflow distribution; mixing ventilation; laminar airflow; distribution ... See more keywords
Effects of Forced Air Warming on Airflow around the Operating Table
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DOI: 10.1097/aln.0000000000001929
Abstract: Background: Forced air warming systems are used to maintain body temperature during surgery. Benefits of forced air warming have been established, but the possibility that it may disturb the operating room environment and contribute to… read more here.
Keywords: air warming; forced air; operating table; laminar airflow ... See more keywords