Observational study on the occurrence of surgical glove perforation and associated risk factors in large animal surgery

ConclusionIncidence of glove perforation is similar in large animal, human, and small animal surgery and is influenced by duration of wear, invasiveness of the surgery, and role of the wearer. ECT is more sensitive than WLT for detection of glove perforation.

Source: Veterinary Surgery - December 8, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Nora M. Biermann, JT. McClure, Javier Sanchez, Aimie J. Doyle Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research