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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Infectious Disease Control
  • Respiratory Medicine

Background:

  • The COVID-19 pandemic raised concerns about aerosol generation during medical procedures.
  • Understanding aerosol production during endoscopy is crucial for patient and healthcare worker safety.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine if upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is an aerosol-generating procedure.
  • To quantify aerosol levels during and after endoscopy.

Main Methods:

  • Aerosol measurements (0.3-10 μm) were taken using an optical counter in 103 patients undergoing endoscopy.
  • A control group of 90 patients was included for comparison.
  • Measurements were recorded before, during, and after the procedure with head enclosures.

Main Results:

  • Aerosol levels significantly increased during upper gastrointestinal endoscopy compared to controls.
  • Factors such as body mass index and burping were associated with higher aerosol generation.
  • The procedure was confirmed as aerosol-generating.

Conclusions:

  • Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy is an aerosol-generating procedure.
  • Implementing appropriate safety measures during endoscopy is essential to mitigate transmission risks.