Summary Background The risk of transmission of SARS-CoV-2 from aerosols generated by medical procedures is a cause for concern. Aim To evaluate the evidence for aerosol production and transmission of respiratory infection associated with procedures that involve airway suctioning or induce coughing/sneezing. Methods The review was informed by PRISMA guidelines. Searches were conducted in PubMed for studies published between January 1st, 2003 and October 6th, 2020.