[Infectioncontrol, HVL]

Dear Michael,

I guess that raises another question. What is the best surgical mask in
Australia to use in OT that would be appropriately called a High
filtration surgical masks?

Ruth Dalrymple
Quality Risk/Infection Control Co-Ordinator
Hurstville Private Hospital

37 Gloucester Road, Hurstville NSW 2220, Australia
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Behalf Of Michael Wishart

Hi Ruth

I think this is referring to ‘laser plume’ as a mechanism for
transmission of papillomavirus. Electrocautery is also a risk, but less
well identified.

The main risk minimisation for these types of procedures is to use
well-fitting masks, and use a local exhaust suction system to minimise
aerosol dispersal. I am sure there are many guidelines to this effect
available. Obviously using different treatments for these warts where
this is an option should also be considered.

Cheers

Michael

Michael Wishart

CNC Infection Control

Holy Spirit Northside Private Hospital

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Behalf Of Dalrymple, Ruth

Dear All,

I was wondering if anyone could tell me any extra precautions
necessary, when operating on a patient with vaginal and anal warts.
There was apparently a claim that when the warts are diathermied off, it
would cause the virus to become airborne? I was asked to check up on it.
Is there any truth in this statement?

Regards

Ruth Dalrymple
Quality Risk/Infection Control Co-Ordinator
Hurstville Private Hospital

37 Gloucester Road, Hurstville NSW 2220, Australia
T 9579 7773 F 9586 2311
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