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10 Reasons To Use Powder-Free Gloves

Why powder could be a hinderence in the workplace.
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08 April 2019
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1. Powder can cause the development of adhesions and granulomas
2. Power increase the risk factor for post-operative wound infections
3. Powdered gloves can increase latex allergens sensitization and provoke hypersensitivity Type I reactions
4. Powder contaminates the hospital environment and increase exposure to latex
allergens through air inhalation
5. Powder can increase the risk of cross contamination of microorganisms
6. Powder can interfere in laboratory testing causing false results
7. Powder has an abrasive action on the skin
8. Powder unbalances skin pH
9. Powder interacts with alcohol-based hand solutions
10. Powder increases time and costs
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