Table I.

Summary of main recommendations

Summary of main recommendations
For COVID+ ve patients, minimum suggested PPE includes: N95 respirator, goggles, face shield, gown, double gloves, surgical balaclava5,20
Do not use a space suit1,24
Be trained in the correct technique of donning and doffing PPE25,26
Use negative pressure theatres if available21,28
Minimize aerosolization and its effects (smoke evacuation and no pulse lavage)14,31
Minimize further unnecessary patient-staff contact (dissolvable sutures, clear dressings, split casts)