An International Survey Characterising Surgical Attire and Personal Protective Equipment ( <scp>PPE</scp> ) in Dermatologic and Mohs Surgery
This international survey demonstrates variability in dermatologic surgical PPE, with single-use items remaining widespread despite limited evidence of benefit. Evidence-based standardisation could improve sustainability, reduce costs, and maintain excellent patient outcomes.
Authors
- Isabel Macdonald
- Aaron G. H. Wernham (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5920-6888)
- William Hunt
- Gemma Gardner
Institutions
- North Bristol NHS Trust (GB)
- St Thomas' Hospital (GB)
- Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
- Southern District Health Board (NZ)
- St. Thomas Hospital (CA)
- Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust (GB)
- The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Australasian Journal of Dermatology
- Published
- 2026-01-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1111/ajd.70042
- Primary Topic
- Medical Device Sterilization and Disinfection
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- British Society for Dermatological Surgery