Environmental Biotechnology for Medical Waste Management: A Review of Current Practices and Future Directions

Authors: Chandra V, Arpita K, Yadav P*, Raghuvanshi V, Yadav A and Prajapati S

DOI: 10.23880/aabsc-16000214

Volume 6, Issue 2

Abstract

The increasing environmental and human health concerns associated with medical waste have led to the development of environmental biotechnology as a means of mitigating its negative effects. This review paper discusses the various types of medical waste generated in healthcare facilities, as well as the potential environmental and health impacts of improper handling and disposal. It also provides an overview of the different environmental biotechnologies that have been developed to treat medical waste, including bioreactor systems, microbial treatment, and composting. The benefits and drawbacks of these technologies are also discussed. Bioremediation is a promising environmental biotechnology that can be used to treat medical waste contaminated with hazardous chemicals. Case studies from around the world demonstrate the successful application of environmental biotechnologies to medical waste management. These case studies highlight the challenges encountered, the methods used, and the results obtained. The findings of this review paper highlight the need for a comprehensive strategy for managing medical waste that includes environmental biotechnologies. Further research and development are needed to improve the effectiveness, efficiency, and sustainability of medical waste management.

Keywords: Bioremediation; Bioreactor systems; Microbial treatment; Environmental impacts; Sustainability

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