Droplet Generation During Mastoidectomy and Mitigation by Use of a Novel Barrier Drape

Mastoid drilling produces an extensive amount of droplet dispersion. Improvised barrier drapes have been shown to mitigate this problem, but are cumbersome to use. The Otodome is shown to be an effective barrier drape.

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Cureus
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2025-12-30
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.100442
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Reconstructive Facial Surgery Techniques
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Mastoid drilling produces an extensive amount of droplet dispersion. Improvised barrier drapes have been shown to mitigate this problem, but are cumbersome to use. The Otodome is shown to be an effective barrier drape.

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