Recycle of Hydrocarbon Content from Biomedical Waste (BMW) Approaching Zero Waste
Biological Treatment Technologies for Petroleum Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Environment, CRC Press, ss.296-307, 2026
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1201/9781003508496-15
- Yayınevi: CRC Press
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.296-307
- İstanbul Üniversitesi-Cerrahpaşa Adresli: Evet
Özet
Hydrocarbons are organic compounds made up of hydrogen and carbon atoms. They are the primary components of fossil fuels such as oil, natural gas, and coal. Hydrocarbons are classified into two main categories: aliphatic hydrocarbons and aromatic hydrocarbons. On the other hand, waste generated in the process of diagnosis, vaccination, or treatment of humans, or animals, or through any activities of research or in the diagnostic testing of biological samples such as human tissues, major and minor organs, and body parts is called biomedical waste (BMW). BMW from such types of activities, especially from hospitals, causes a higher hazard of infection. Medical waste can contain hydrocarbons, primarily in the form of plastics and other synthetic materials used in healthcare settings. The BMW produced during the pandemic became a big challenge all over the world as it is highly infectious, toxic, and life-threatening. Therefore, this waste should be disposed of properly using BMW management techniques. To mitigate the release of hydrocarbons from medical waste, it is important to implement proper Green Technologies like waste segregation, storage, and disposal practices. Additionally, using alternative materials that are less harmful to the environment can help reduce the overall hydrocarbon content in medical waste. The first step was a segregation technique used to collect the different types of waste from the source level, however, this can reduce the risks, disposal, and cost of handling as well. After segregation, collection, storage, and then transportation of this waste should be done with proper and personnel safety equipment such as gloves, masks, boots, and gowns. Recyclable plastics in this waste can be recycled and can be used as non-food grade plastic. Other solid BMW can be treated with incinerators, Autoclave shredders, etc. These minimum techniques of BMW management should be followed everywhere as public health is highly concerned.