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Abstract
In this study the extent of bacterial contamination in a nonrebreathing inhalation
sedation unit was determined. Bacteriologic cultures of different areas of the Quantiflex
MDM machine were obtained during successive week-long courses in conscious sedation
at this Institute. Results of the bacteriologic cultures revealed the microbial contamination
of nasal hoods before and after attempted disinfection with alcohol. The other areas
of the unit were shown to be free of bacteria. Since attempted alcohol disinfection
of nasal hoods was found to be ineffective, autoclave sterilization is recommended.
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☆Commercial materials and equipment are identified in this report to specify the investigative procedures. Such identification does not imply recommendation or endorsement or that the materials and equipment are necessarily the best available for the purpose. Furthermore, the opinions expressed herein are those of the authors and are not to be construed as those of the United States Army Medical Department.
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