The document discusses the importance of wearing surgical caps in operating rooms and with critically ill patients to prevent the spread of infections. Surgical caps form a barrier against bacteria that could fall from hair and spread illness. Nosocomial or hospital-acquired infections are a major health problem, and proper use of surgical caps is one way to reduce this risk. Caps should completely cover the hair and fit snugly, then be disposed of properly after use to cut down on infection transmission.

1. The surgery is a restricted area and barren where hygienic precautions should be taken to prevent spread of infection , so the use of surgical attire is required, especially the use of gloves, mask, cap , gown and overshoes.<br /> <br />The cap of surgery is one of the most important elements to prevent the fall of dandruff, hair cells that are sloughed off the scalp and contain antibacterial agents that can spread through the area of the operative field.<br /> <br />The use of the cap is a barrier , effective also against the danger of spread of nosocomial infections , as noted by Dr. Oscar Cutie Bressler quot;
Nosocomial infections (NI) is a major health problem not only for patients but also community and state. In studies worldwide is estimated that 5 to 10% of patients admitted to hospital acquire an infection that was not present or incubating at the time of arrival at the center quot;
. To reduce this risk one of the main elements is the use of the cap.<br /> <br />There are hats of cloth which can be reused, but in the operating room , in restricted areas and the units with critically ill patients should wear hats disposable paper, single use. The caps of cloth are attached ribbons to be tied behind the head, while the paper has an elastic band that fits the contour of the head.<br /> <br />It is important that the surgical cap completely covering the hair, including sideburns. It should fit snugly. You should not leave the operating room with the cap position, it must be deposited in a suitable container to prevent the spread of infections and cut the chance of spreading nosocomial infections.<br /> <br />In short, the surgical cap , is an essential Barrea protection against possible bacterial and infectious agents and their use is necessary to reduce the risk of nosocomial infections and any infection, protecting both the health personnel and patients.<br />If you liked this article, visit us at:http://www.matex.es/guantes-quirurgicos-blog/<br />