Protective Mask/ Hood Over Patient for Aerosol Generating Scope Procedures
Care Process & Redesign
Ng Teng Fong Healthcare Innovation Programme
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2023
To develop a novel protective device for aerosol-generating procedures. The device enhances safety for nasal and laryngoscopy procedures in clinical settings.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Process ＆ Redesign, Product Development, Commercialisation, Product Evaluation, Safety Evaluation, Prototyping Resources, Value Based Care, Safe Care
About this Content
Aims
To develop a novel protective device for aerosol-generating procedures.
Background
COVID-19 aerosols necessitate safe procedures; AGPs are high-risk and require innovative solutions.
Methods
Collaboration with engineering experts; pilot study with a protective device for aerosol control.
Results
Device reduced particle emissions significantly; 90% of users felt safer. Published and patented results.
Conclusion
The device enhances safety for nasal and laryngoscopy procedures in clinical settings.
Lessons Learnt
Administrative hurdles and supply chain issues were key challenges; resilience was critical.
Keywords
Aerosol, COVID-19, Nasoendoscopy, Prevention, Transmission.
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | Ng Teng Fong Healthcare Innovation Programme |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Otolaryngology, Infectious Diseases, Ophthalmology |
Project Lead(s) | Chew Hui Sing |
Project Member(s) | Marcus Tan |
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Dr Chew Hui Sing - hui_sing_chew@ttsh.com.sg