Current Concepts in Operative Room Sterilisation
Endophthalmitis is the most dreaded complication of any intraocular surgery. The source of these infections can be endogenous or exogenous. By sterile environment in operation theatres major part of such exogenous infections can be controlled. OT should be divided into four zones named protective, c...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2015-01-01
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| Series: | Delhi Journal of Ophthalmology |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.lww.com/10.7869/djo.106 |
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| Summary: | Endophthalmitis is the most dreaded complication of any intraocular surgery. The source of these infections can be endogenous or exogenous. By sterile environment in operation theatres major part of such exogenous infections can be controlled. OT should be divided into four zones named protective, clean, aseptic and disposal zones. Proper ventilation, air circulation, temperature, maintenance of sterile environment in operation theatres plays key role in prevention of such infections. Steps for maintaining sterile environment include cleaning and disinfection of operation theatres by various means like chemical disinfection or disinfection with ultraviolet radiation. Along with this surgical instruments also can be a source of exogenous infections. So cleaning, lubrication, packing and sterilisation of instruments are essential for prevention of surgical site infections. |
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| ISSN: | 0972-0200 2454-2784 |