Results
Each surgeon completed five experiments, providing a total of 10 data
sets for analysis. For both simulated surgeons, the distance between tip
of nose (surgeon) and upper lip (model) was 35cm. Fluorescein droplets
were detected in all four quadrants of the surgical field. The frequency
of splatter was greatest in the upper and lower quadrants (Figure 3).
The upper quadrant corresponded to the area nearest the surgeon.
There were detectable splatter droplets on the surgeon; most frequently
occurring on the hands followed by the forearm (Figure 4). Droplets were
also detected on the visor, neck and chest albeit less frequently.
However, none were detected on the upper arms.