Reducing potential aerosol generation in flexible nasolaryngoscopy: a novel method. Issue 8 (9th August 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Curran, J; Calder, N; Yaneza, M; Iyer, A
• Is Part Of: Journal of laryngology & otology. Volume 134:Issue 8(2020)
• Page Start: 744
• Page End: 746
• Publication Date: 2020-08-09
• Subjects: Laryngoscopy, -- Coronavirus, -- COVID-19, -- Personal Protective Equipment, -- Otolaryngologists; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1017/S0022215120001413
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0022-2151

Abstract

Abstract: Background: Fibre-optic nasoendoscopy and fibre-optic laryngoscopy are high-risk procedures in the coronavirus disease 2019 era, as they are potential aerosol-generating procedures. Barrier protection remains key to preventing transmission. Methods: A device was developed that patients can wear to reduce potential aerosol contamination of the surroundings. Conclusion: This device is simple, reproducible, easy to use, economical and well-tolerated. Full personal protection equipment should additionally be worn by the operator.