Fire hazard prevention and protection in neurosurgical operating rooms revisited: A literature review challenged by a recent incident report

Interdisciplinary Neurosurgery

Noopur Gangopadhyay¹  Tord D. Alden²  Vineeth Thirunavu²  Sandi Lam³ 

[1] Department of Neurosurgery, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL, USA;Division of Pediatric Neurosurgery, Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, IL, USA;Division of Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Lurie Children’s Hospital, Chicago, IL, USA;

关键词: Electrical fire;    Fire hazards;    Neurosurgery;    Operating room;    Plug;    Safety;   

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来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

We present the case of an 11 month old boy with history of sagittal synostosis who underwent a cranial vault reconstruction for repair. During the case, surgical irrigation spilled onto the plug in the operating room table, resulting in sparks and a small fire. The fire was contained and extinguished. The patient suffered no injury. We discuss previous cases of fires in neurosurgical operating rooms and identify a new source of ignition for fires. We also explore recommended best practices for fire prevention and safety to identify ways to prevent instances like this from occurring in the future.

【 授权许可】

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