Table 1 Mean values of CFU/m 3 air during four operations in operating room 1 when all persons present were dressed in a surgical clothing system of mixed material (69% cotton, 30% polyester, 1% carbon fibre) which was either washed repeatedly or brand new
Type of surgery | Clothing | Number of persons present | CFU/m3 air mean (min-max) |
|---|---|---|---|
Hip fracture | Mixed material, washed | 7 | 38.3 (17–55) |
Hip fracture | Mixed material, washed | 8 | 20.2 (9–32) |
Lower leg fracture | Mixed material, brand new | 7 | 16.7 (13–24) |
Lower leg fracture | Mixed material, brand new | 7 | 31.8 (8–50) |