Operation theatre protocols in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Journal Title: International Dental Journal of Student Research - Year 2016, Vol 4, Issue 1
Abstract
In the modern day’s Oral and Maxillofacial surgical practice different esthetic and surgical procedures are carried out, with increased risk of infective complications. Hence, infection control practices need to be established to minimize the risk of exogenous infections and for the successful outcome of the procedures. These practices include hand washing, cleaning, sterilization, disinfection, operation theater sterilization and specifications. Proper hand washing after examination of each patient and prior to any surgery with a formulation containing alcohol alone or as a combination with other agents reduces the chances of transferring infections to and from patients. Sterilization and disinfection constitute the most important aspect of infection control. Proper knowledge of the operation theater decorum and disinfection of Operation theater is essential. The waste generated during practice is a potential source of nosocomial infections and should be treated as per the proper protocol and guidelines. This article reviews the
Authors and Affiliations
Dr. Rahul N Dahake, Dr. S. R. Shenoi, Dr. Pranav Ingole, Dr. Nilima Budhraja
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