David Dewar

Med J Aust || doi: 10.5694/mja2.52228 Published online: 4 March 2024 Joint replacement surgery is one of the most successful interventions in modern medicine, restoring joint function, mobility and quality of life in those with severe osteoarthritis.

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Abstract Background Contamination of the surgeon during gowning is a possible risk factor for prosthetic joint infection in arthroplasty surgery. Surgical helmets are a common form of personal protective equipment used during this type of surgery. Increasingly, there is a focus on the methods of application of the surgical hood and gown while wearing these helmets.