EFFECT OF A NOVEL PATIENT GARMENT ON PERCEIVED PRIVACY DURING COLONOSCOPY: A SIMPLE APPROACH TO MINIMIZE EMBARRASSMENT

Effect of a Novel Patient Garment on Perceived Privacy during Colonoscopy: A Simple Approach to Minimize Embarrassment

Background.In the United States, patients wear a one-piece, reusable cloth gown during colonoscopy procedures.Many patients report embarrassment related to bodily exposure during colonoscopy.This may limit participation in colorectal cancer screening programs.Aims.To assess whether the use of a novel, disposable patient garment (Privacy Pants, Jack

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Drag reduction study of a microfiber-coated cylinder

Abstract Drag reduction for a bluff body is imperative in a time Cushion of increasing awareness of the environmental impact and sustainability of air travel.Microfiber coating has demonstrated its ability to reduce drag on a bluff body.This was done by applying strips of the coating to a cylinder.To widen the application range of the microfiber co

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