id author title date pages extension mime words sentences flesch summary cache txt cord-319833-u9uuuu38 Rodriguez-Martinez, Carlos E. Decontamination and reuse of N95 filtering facemask respirators: a systematic review of the literature 2020-07-08 .txt text/plain 7259 380 47 METHODS: We performed a systematic review of the literature in order to identify studies reporting outcomes of at least one decontamination method for inactivating or removing any potentially infectious material from the surface of N95 FFRs, specifically addressing issues related to reduction of the microbial threat (including SARS-CoV-2 when available), maintaining the function of N95 FFRs and a lack of residual toxicity. 10 Although various decontamination methods have been used, there are concerns over certain characteristics of the N95 FFRs with respect to their utilization, such as alterations in their physical appearance/odor, structural integrity, filtration efficiency, fit and seal and filter airflow resistance, degradation of their material, and chemical residues that are potentially toxic or irritate the skin (due to the chemical disinfectants required for rinsing and drying). ./cache/cord-319833-u9uuuu38.txt ./txt/cord-319833-u9uuuu38.txt