Glove perforation in pediatric orthopaedic surgery.
cross_sectional · Level IV
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Abstract
Three hundred eighty-three pairs of gloves were tested for punctures after 100 consecutive pediatric orthopaedic operations to assess the rate, site, procedure, and maneuver during which glove puncture accidents took place. Evidence of perforation was found in 14% of the gloves used. Surgeons appear to be significantly more at risk for glove perforation than do other members of the operating team.
Medical subject headings
- Gloves, Surgical
- Orthopedics
- Punctures
- Surgical Procedures, Operative