Double gloving for self-protection in high-risk surgeries: a systematic review and meta-analysis [PDF]
Systematic ReviewsBackground Double gloving is recommended for protecting surgical personnel from infections, but it is not a universal practice, especially in low- and middle-income countries where risk is very high.
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Surgical glove perforation during intramedullary nailing of intertrochanteric fractures [PDF]
Scientific ReportsIntramedullary nail fixation is a routine procedure for treatment of intertrochanteric fractures. Aseptic technique is vital for reducing postoperative complications, as intraoperative glove perforations increase the risk of surgical site infections. The
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Risk of bacterial colonization by torniquet during arthroscopy of the knee joint [PDF]
GMS Hygiene and Infection ControlPurpose: The following study investigated the risk of transmission or spread of potentially pathogenic bacteria via surgical gloves and/or with an elastic bandage to achieve a bloodless surgical site during arthroscopy.Methods: This was a single-center ...
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Wearing Cotton-polyester Gloves Under Surgical Latex Gloves to Improve the Symptoms of Hand Dermatitis in Operating Room Staffa [PDF]
Journal of Health Sciences and Surveillance System, 2022 Background: Hand dermatitis is a group of diseases that result in inflammation of the skin in the area of the hand. The prevalence of latex allergies has been increasing in recent years, one of the reasons being the use of latex gloves to maintain safety.
Masoud Sayadi Shahraki +5 more
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The effects of two surgical gowning and gloving methods on the extent of contamination of surgical team members' gowns and gloves: A single-blind controlled trial [PDF]
Nursing and Midwifery Studies, 2023 Background: The method used to wear the surgical gown and gloves has a critical role in the extent of surgical site contamination.Objectives: The purpose of this study was to compare the effect of gown and gloves wearing in the integrated and closed ...
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Berkala Kedokteran, 2021 : Post-operative infection is still one of the most common nosocomial diseases that can cause great losses because it will increase the length of stay, use of drugs, and reduce the quality of life of the patients.
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Effects of Frequent Glove Change on Outcomes of Orthopaedic Surgical Procedures - A Multicenter Study on Surgical Gloves [PDF]
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, 2017 Introduction: Intact surgical gloves are a barrier to microorganisms migration between surgical team members and the patient. The surgical gloves are changed at various junctures but the effects of changing gloves during surgical procedures on various ...
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Role of the Surgical Glove in Modified Vacuum-Assisted Wound Healing [PDF]
Archives of Plastic Surgery, 2013 Vacuum-assisted wound healing has been proven to be more efficacious than conventional dressings. Vacuum dressing has been frequently modified given the restrictions in resources available.
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The Frequency and the Causes of Damages to Surgical Gloves in Orthopedic Surgeries
مجله دانشکده پزشکی اصفهان, 2019 Background: During surgery, the surgery team is in contact with infectious and pathogenic microorganisms. Surgical gloves prevent the transmission of contamination between surgical team members and the patient, which is more important in orthopedic ...
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Bacterial migration through punctured surgical gloves under real surgical conditions
BMC Infectious Diseases, 2010 Background The aim of this study was to confirm recent results from a previous study focussing on the development of a method to measure the bacterial translocation through puncture holes in surgical gloves under real surgical conditions.
Heidecke Claus-Dieter +6 more
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