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Archive > June, 2008 Vol. IX, No. 6

Thinking of Buying...A Smoke Evacuation System

Consider suction, filtration and, most importantly, users' input.

Vangie Dennis, RN, CNOR, CMLSO

AORN's Position Statement on Surgical Smoke and Bio-aerosols, ratified in April, charges healthcare personnel with responsibility for educating themselves about these airborne hazards and taking steps to minimize their risks. This directive makes smoke evacuation systems essential equipment for any OR using electrosurgery units, lasers or similar instruments. If you're planning to equip your surgical suites or replace outmoded models, you'll want to ensure that the equipment not only works well, but works for your staff.

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