Table 2 Mean values of CFU/m 3 air during three operations in operating room 2 when all persons present were dressed in a surgical clothing system of mixed material (69% cotton, 30% polyester, 1% carbon fibre) which was washed repeatedly
Type of surgery | Clothing | Number of persons present | CFU/m3 airmean (min-max) |
|---|---|---|---|
Wrist | Mixed material, washed | 5 | 41.3 (9–65) |
Hamstring muscle | Mixed material, washed | 7 | 24.0 (17–38) |
Shoulder | Mixed material, washed | 7 | 31.0 (11–45) |