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Comparative evaluation of four hydrogen peroxide-based systems to decontaminate N95 respirators.

Shawn T ClarkHerman NgGe WuDevika JainGarry BassiRita KandelTony Mazzulli
Published in: Antimicrobial stewardship & healthcare epidemiology : ASHE (2021)
Variability in decontamination efficacy was noted across devices and FFR types. gram-positive organisms were more difficult to completely eliminate than were gram-negative organisms. Prior to initiating FFR decontamination practices, institutions should verify the effectiveness of their devices and the safety of treated FFR.
Keyphrases
  • gram negative
  • hydrogen peroxide
  • multidrug resistant
  • nitric oxide
  • randomized controlled trial
  • primary care
  • healthcare
  • systematic review
  • newly diagnosed