An electronic device for surgical glove testing.
biomechanical · Level V
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Abstract
An electronic glove tester complying with safety regulations for electric current flow is described. In our laboratory, it was able to detect 100 percent of glove punctures caused by 4-0 and 6-0 surgical needles. When used regularly in the surgical suite, this device may help to minimize the surgeon's exposure to patients' blood and body fluids.
Medical subject headings
- Electronics, Medical
- Gloves, Surgical
- Needlestick Injuries