Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Masks

Devices that cover the nose and mouth to maintain aseptic conditions often for the prevention of the spread of infections (e.g. COVID19) or to administer inhaled anesthetics or other gases.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

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Abstract

Devices that cover the nose and mouth to maintain aseptic conditions often for the prevention of the spread of infections (e.g. COVID19) or to administer inhaled anesthetics or other gases.

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1 entry terms
  • Mask

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13 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, microbiology, parasitology, standards, statistics & numerical data, supply & distribution, trends, veterinary, virology.

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Indexing Annotation

includes surgical masks; GAS MASKS see RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE DEVICES is available

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  1. E07w.325.877.500
  2. E07w.700.500
  3. E07w.700.560w.782
  4. E07w.858.594.750
  5. J01.637.708.560w.782

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Masks. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D008397. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D008397
  2. Masks. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q57445378