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- Title
Laundering Methods for Reusable Surgical Scrubs: A Literature Review.
- Authors
Vera, Christina M.
- Abstract
Surgical site infection is one of the most frequent and serious postoperative complications. Surgical site infections may be precipitated by high bacterial loads introduced into the operating room setting. The most common microorganisms contributing to infections are Staphylococcus, Streptococcus, and Pseudomonas. The potential for scrub uniforms to carry bacteria has been shown in several studies. Recommendations for surgical scrubs worn by operating room personnel and specific laundering techniques remain debated in evidenced-based research. There exists a variance in perception and a lack of consensus among providers regarding the concept of where and how to launder surgical scrubs. The purpose of this literature review is to determine if facility-laundered surgical scrubs are superior in the prevention of surgical site infections for patients undergoing surgery over home-laundering methods, to evaluate the appropriateness and safety of surgical staff laundering scrub uniforms at home, and to provide recommendations for the laundering of reusable surgical scrubs.
- Subjects
SURGICAL site infection prevention; BACTERIAL growth; CINAHL database; DATABASES; HEALTH facility administration; HOSPITAL laundries; MEDICAL information storage &; retrieval systems; PROTECTIVE clothing; MEDLINE; MICROBIAL contamination; MICROBIOLOGICAL techniques; ONLINE information services; STERILIZATION (Disinfection); UNIFORMS; UNITED States. Occupational Safety &; Health Administration; SYSTEMATIC reviews; AORN (Organization); HOME environment; MEDICAL equipment reuse; MEDICAL equipment contamination; BACTERIAL contamination
- Publication
AANA Journal, 2016, Vol 84, Issue 4, p246
- ISSN
0094-6354
- Publication type
Article