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At least 93% of medical professionals have switched to non-powdered gloves. Learn about the hazards of medical glove powder and the rationale behind the adoption of powder-free gloves, aimed at reducing health and occupational risks for both doctors and patients.

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HAZARDS OF GLOVE POWDER

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The use of powdered gloves can cause serious health and safety issues for both healthcare workers and patients

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RISKS TO THE HEALTHCARE WORKERS

Risks to helathcare workers

1
POWDER demonstrates a high level of Natural Rubber Latex (NRL) allergens and increases latex sensitization or induces immediate reaction of hypersensitivity type I. Sensitivity to NRL affects approximately 8% to 17% of healthcare workers.
2
POWDER has a mechanical effect on hand skin by increasing its rugosity.
3
POWDER unbalances skin PH which is of relevance for the protection against microorganisms.
4
POWDER might interact with alcohol-based hand solutions.
5
POWDER tends to soil hands with organic content that needs to be eliminated before scrubbing.

RISKS TO PATIENTS

1
POWDER decreases the inoculum of bacteria, delays wound healing and alters the normal reparative process while increasing the wounds inflammatory response.
2
POWDER binds with protein/allergens which can cause through inhalation or ingestion to allergic reactions.
3
POWDER may trigger an inflammatory response by the immune system during operation, leading to the formation of fibrous bands and post-operative adhesions.
4
POWDER acts as a vehicle for micro-organisms, increasing the occupational risks.
5
POWDER can interfere in laboratory results delivering false results in case of HIV tests or metastatic carcinoma diagnosis.


Risks to patients

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REFERENCES:

Xxxiii: Gibilisco PA. Clinical perils: latex allergy. http://www.icumed.com. Accessed November 6, 2015.
Xxxiv: Brehler R, Kütting B. Natural rubber latex allergy - a problem of interdisciplinary concern in medicine. http://archinte.jamanetwork.com. Accessed November 23, 2014.
xxxvi: Surgical site infections. www.vdh.virginia.gov. Accessed November 23, 2015.
xxxvii: Kusachi S, Kashimura N, Konishi T, et al. length of stay and cost for surgical site infection after abdominal and cardiac surgery in Japanese hospitals: multi-center surveillance. Surg infect (larchmt). 2012;13(4):257-265.
xxxviii: Weber WP, Zwahlen M, Reck S, et al. Economic burden of surgical site infections at a European university hospital. infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2008;29(7):623-629.


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