Are masks effective as source control in index influenza patients? a Systematic review
Background: The use of facemasks for infection prevention has become widely accepted. Current recommendations include influenza patients wearing a mask in a medical setting. Here we systematically reviewed randomized control trials on mask efficacy in index influenza patients to prevent transmission...
Main Authors: | Halie N. Burdick, Howard Maibach |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2021-11-01
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Series: | Clinical Infection in Practice |
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Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590170221000340 |
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