A Roadmap for Environmental Sustainability of Plastic Use in Anesthesia and the Perioperative Arena
Maggie Z. X. Xiao, Syed Ali Akbar Abbass, Lisa Bahrey, Edward Rubinstein, Vincent Chan
Abstract
The authors provide an overview of the common plastics generated in the perioperative setting and outline practical recommendations that can help achieve a circular economy and lessen the impact of plastic waste on the environment.
Topics & Concepts
MedicinePerioperativeSustainabilityPlastic wasteIntensive care medicineRisk analysis (engineering)Waste managementAnesthesiaEngineeringEcologyBiologyHealthcare and Environmental Waste ManagementMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionChemistry and Chemical Engineering