Facemask study tests infection risk during gut scope procedures
NCT ID NCT06006078
First seen Nov 17, 2025 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study looked at whether wearing a special facemask during upper endoscopy (a scope down the throat) lowers the amount of tiny particles released into the air. 57 adults having elective procedures took part, with half wearing a mask and half not. The goal was to see if masks can help reduce infection risk for healthcare workers.
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Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States
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