%0 Journal Article
%T Development of a Pulsed Xenon Ultraviolet Disinfection Device for Real-Time Air Disinfection in Ambulances
%A Gu
%A Dayong
%A He
%A Jian¡¯an
%A Li
%A Lang
%A Li
%A Tao
%A Li
%A Wei
%A Song
%A Li
%A Tang
%A Huanwen
%J -
%D 2020
%R https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/6053065
%X Objectives. We have developed a pulsed xenon ultraviolet light-based real-time air disinfection system with rapid and effective disinfection by using high-intensity pulse germicidal UV. Disinfection of the ambulance¡¯s environment is critical in the prevention of infectious cross contamination. Methods. In this study, a pulsed xenon ultraviolet light-based air disinfection system was established for real-time air disinfection in ambulances. In this system, a pulsed xenon ultraviolet (PX-UV) was used to generate broad-spectrum (200¨C320£¿nm), high-intensity ultraviolet light to deactivate and kill bacteria and viruses. The results showed that the use of PX-UV could be effective in reducing E. coli, Staphylococcus albus, and environmental pathogens level in ambulances (¡İ90% reduction in 30£¿mins). Results. This device was relatively simple and easy to use and does not leave chemical residues or risk exposing patients and workers to toxic chemicals. Conclusions. This appears to be a practical alternative technology to achieve automated air disinfection in ambulances
%U https://www.hindawi.com/journals/jhe/2020/6053065/