Ultraviolet light for disinfection in health areas, in front of covid-19. literature review
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Luz ultravioleta; virus, COVID-19; inactivación viral; desinfección.Abstract
The COVID -19 pandemic has led to an accelerated search for different techniques to ensure complete disinfection of hospital and dental care areas. This literature review provides health personnel with updated information on the different disinfection techniques, with special emphasis on the use of ultraviolet light, its germicidal effect, different wave spectra and its possible action against the SARS-CoV 2 virus. Objective: To obtain information that supports the bactericidal and viricidal effect of UV light, as well as to establish the recommended parameters for its use. Discussion: The implementation of UV-C light as a method of inactivation against different spores, bacteria and viruses has had a greater impact in recent months due to the new reality that health professionals are facing. Conclusion: The use of UV-C light could significantly reduce the viral load in health areas avoiding cross infections to the professional as well as to the patient.
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