BackgroundSurgical masks (SMs) are used to reduce bacterial shedding from the mouth, nose and face. This study aimed to investigate whether SMs may be a potential source of bacterial shedding leading to an increased risk of surgical site infection. MethodsBacterial contamination of the SMs was tested by making an impression of the external surface of … Continue reading Surgical masks as source of bacterial contamination during operative procedures – NCBI (2018)