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Revista Oficial de la Universidad Biomédica Rafael Guízar y Valencia A. C.

2021, Number 2

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Plasticidad y Restauración Neurológica 2021; 8 (2)

Trajectory of an apocalyptic chimera. The experience of the use of mouth covers in times of COVID-19

Aguilar RF, López GA, Campos DH, Romero TRR

Language: Spanish
References: 12
Page: 82-88
PDF size: 549.65 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Introduction: At the beginning of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, some countries implemented the use of face masks in a generalized way. In Mexico, the recommendation for its use among the general population has not been precise and sometimes confusing in the same health authorities, although reliable sources of information recommend it. Material and methods: The literature review was carried out following the Cochrane protocol for rapid reviews. The search included scientific articles that described or evaluated the transmission of COVID-19 or acute respiratory infections in humans or in open public spaces with the use of a face mask or mask. The EMBASE and PubMed search engines were used and the search dates were limited from January 1, 2019 to August 31, 2021. Results: Of 10 meta-analyzes that review 150 studies. All studies showed that the risk of any respiratory infection, including coronavirus, decreased with the use of face masks in the general population, as well as in healthcare workers. Of the 10 meta-analyzes, some compared the use of FFP2, N-95, NK95 masks with surgical masks, non-surgical masks and cloth masks. Comments on the use of masks were included, finding some significant differences in terms of protection that are indicated in each section. Conclusion: There is scientific evidence that the use of any mask reduces the risk of respiratory infections of all kinds, including COVID-19. In Mexico, to contain the spread of the SARS-CoV-2 virus and restrict the mobility of people, it is suggested to implement other measures of prevalence in addition to the permanent mask when going out, the healthy distance, the hygiene of hands, the protocols that have proven scientific effectiveness (such as the use of permanent masks).


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