Journal of pediatric surgeryOperating RoomsHumansSurgical Wound InfectionVentilationAir Conditioning
Balancing sustainability and safety: Reducing HVAC air exchange rates in operating rooms without increasing infection risk.
Alison Lehane, Anna O'Donnell, Amanda Bonebrake, Joseph Fishbein, Mallory Perez, Mehul V Raval, Ayelet Rosenthal
Published: 202610.1016/j.jpedsurg.2025.162717
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Compared to other industries, the healthcare sector disproportionately contributes to negative environmental burdens. Operating rooms (ORs) are the most energy-intensive and waste-producing areas within a hospital. Heating, ventilation,…
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