Can you expect to find viruses in the operating room?

It is not typical to find viruses in an operating room. Operating rooms are designed with strict infection control measures to minimize the risk of contamination. These measures include regular cleaning and disinfection of surfaces, use of personal protective equipment (PPE) by staff, and air filtration systems. Additionally, patients undergoing surgery are typically screened for infections before surgery to reduce the risk of introducing viruses into the operating room.