The effect of surgical masks on vital signs and EtCO2 in patients on oxygen therapy
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DOI: 10.1007/s11845-022-02963-6
Abstract: There are conflicting data on the effects of masks on vital signs and end-tidal CO2 (EtCO2) values in the literature. This study aims to evaluate the changes in the vital parameters and EtCO2 values of… read more here.
Keywords: masks vital; vital signs; etco2 values; signs etco2 ... See more keywords
The reuse of disposable COVID-19 surgical masks as a nitrogen-enrichment agent and structure promotor for a wild plant-derived sorbent
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jiec.2021.07.003
Abstract: Abstract In this work, disposable surgical face masks (SFMs) have been utilized as nitrogen (N)-doping agents for carbon (C) adsorbents through thermal carbonization using K2CO3 as activators. A readily available wild-plant biomass (Cyperus papyrus, CP)… read more here.
Keywords: covid surgical; reuse disposable; plant; wild plant ... See more keywords
Multispectroscopic Characterization of Surface Interaction between Antibiotics and Micro(nano)-sized Plastics from Surgical Masks and Plastic Bottles
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DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c07927
Abstract: Recent studies have shown that plastic particles can sorb antibiotics, and these sorption properties have been examined in various studies; however, the possible mechanism responsible for the interactions requires a deeper investigation in terms of… read more here.
Keywords: sorption; plastic bottles; surface; masks plastic ... See more keywords
SARS-CoV-2 Infection Among Health Care Workers Despite the Use of Surgical Masks and Physical Distancing—the Role of Airborne Transmission
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofab036
Abstract: Abstract Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is transmitted mainly via respiratory droplets. A key question in the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic is whether SARS-CoV-2 could be transmitted via the airborne route as well.… read more here.
Keywords: physical distancing; airborne transmission; surgical masks; masks physical ... See more keywords
SURGICAL MASKS AND UNATTENDED BLOOD PRESSURE CHANGES IN TREATED HYPERTENSIVE PATIENTS
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DOI: 10.1097/01.hjh.0000837252.28674.e2
Abstract: Objective: Although the effect of face masks on preventing airborne transmission of SARS-CoV-2 is well studied, few data are available on their effects on physiological measures and no study has evaluated their effect on blood… read more here.
Keywords: mmhg; mask; hypertensive patients; surgical masks ... See more keywords
Respiratory protection: what SARS-CoV-2 has taught us.
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DOI: 10.1097/qco.0000000000000930
Abstract: PURPOSE OF REVIEW This review summarizes the epidemiological evidence for respiratory personal protective equipment for SARA-CoV-2, a topic of considerable controversy. RECENT FINDINGS The main findings are that the observational studies and non-coronavirus disease 2019… read more here.
Keywords: protection sars; protection; n95 respirators; respiratory protection ... See more keywords
On the Breathability Measurement of Surgical Masks: Uncertainty, Repeatability, and Reproducibility Analysis
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DOI: 10.1109/tim.2022.3142754
Abstract: Wearing protective face mask has been demonstrated as one of the most effective COVID-19 prevention measures. The breathability measurement of surgical masks is normed by the UNI EN 14863:2019. This study aims at evaluating the… read more here.
Keywords: reproducibility; breathability; uncertainty; breathability measurement ... See more keywords
Efficacy of surgical masks or cloth masks in the prevention of viral transmission: Systematic review, meta‐analysis, and proposal for future trial
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DOI: 10.1111/jebm.12424
Abstract: Recommendations for widespread use of face mask, including suggested type, should reflect the current published evidence and concurrently be studied. This review evaluates the preclinical and clinical evidence on use of cloth and surgical face… read more here.
Keywords: trial; transmission; surgical masks; evidence ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of Face Masks in Preventing Airborne Transmission of SARS-CoV-2
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DOI: 10.1128/msphere.00637-20
Abstract: Airborne simulation experiments showed that cotton masks, surgical masks, and N95 masks provide some protection from the transmission of infective SARS-CoV-2 droplets/aerosols; however, medical masks (surgical masks and even N95 masks) could not completely block… read more here.
Keywords: transmission; surgical masks; n95 masks; masks surgical ... See more keywords
Assessment of the impact of N95 respirators or surgical masks use on the retinal microvasculature.
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DOI: 10.1177/11206721221093199
Abstract: PURPOSE To determine the possible impact of wearing N95 respirator or surgical masks on retinal vessel diameters and choroidal thickness in healthy healthcare workers. METHODS Diameters of peripapillary retinal arteries and veins and choroidal thickness… read more here.
Keywords: respirators surgical; choroidal thickness; nasal; surgical masks ... See more keywords
Effects of wearing surgical masks on fraction of inspired oxygen in spontaneously breathing patients: improving safety for frontline healthcare professionals under pandemic situations
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DOI: 10.1186/s12871-022-01649-x
Abstract: Background During pandemic situations, many guidelines recommend that surgical masks be worn by both healthcare professionals and infected patients in healthcare settings. The purpose of this study was to clarify the levels and changes of… read more here.
Keywords: surgical mask; mask; surgical masks; pandemic situations ... See more keywords