Beware the Trojan horse

A. Bhargava, A. Jaiman, H. Lal, M. Patralekh
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Introduction: In this era of social distancing, dependence on electronic gadgets and devices is ever increasing. Possibility of transmission of COVID -19 from these devices cannot be ruled out. Currently, prevention is the only antidote; considering the mounting evidence of transmission of COVID-19 virus primarily through respiratory droplets and fomites. Gadgets are one of the most frequently touched appliances; being often used during or after patient examination, while handling specimens or during various patient procedures. Collecting data regarding mobile sanitization is prudent at these times. The aim of this systematic review is to summarize published evidence on mobile sanitization in these COVID times.Methods: PubMed search on “COVID and mobile phone” revealed only 4 articles related to this topic; therefore we have assimilated data from various organizations, websites and articles and have suggested methodology for sanitization of mobile phones and other gadgets.Results: Infection control practices which include information, communication, education and evaluation are the pre-eminent weapons in the fight against hospital transmitted SARS-CoV-2. Minimizing mobile phone usage, sanitizing them with endorsed biocidal agents and advancements in the field of ultraviolet cabinets is a priority.Conclusion: At the same time we shouldn’t forget that sanitization is only one aspect of prevention of this disease; maintaining hand hygiene, use of masks and social distancing must be followed at all times.
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导读:在这个保持社交距离的时代,人们对电子产品和设备的依赖程度越来越高。不能排除从这些设备传播新冠病毒的可能性。目前,预防是唯一的解药;考虑到越来越多的证据表明COVID-19病毒主要通过呼吸道飞沫和污染物传播。电子产品是最常被接触的电器之一;在病人检查期间或之后,在处理标本时或在各种病人程序中经常使用。在这些时候,收集有关移动消毒的数据是谨慎的。本系统综述的目的是总结在COVID - 19时期关于移动卫生处理的已发表证据。方法:在PubMed上搜索“COVID与手机”,仅有4篇相关文章;因此,我们从各种组织、网站和文章中吸收了数据,并提出了手机和其他小工具的消毒方法。结果:包括信息、沟通、教育和评估在内的感染控制措施是抗击医院传播性SARS-CoV-2的重要武器。最大限度地减少手机的使用,使用认可的杀菌剂对手机进行消毒,并在紫外线柜领域取得进展,这些都是当务之急。结论:同时,我们不应忘记,卫生处理只是预防该病的一个方面;必须始终保持手部卫生、使用口罩和保持社交距离。
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