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J Dave1, M H Wilcox, M Kellett

  • 1Department of Microbiology, University of Leeds. jyshreed@pathology.leeds.ac.uk

The Journal of Hospital Infection
|September 1, 1999
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Powdered gloves may increase latex allergy and bacterial contamination risks for healthcare workers. Evidence suggests switching to powder-free gloves is recommended to improve safety and reduce infection transmission.

Area of Science:

  • Healthcare infection control
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Medical device safety

Background:

  • Powdered gloves are widely used by healthcare workers, but their safety is under scrutiny.
  • Concerns exist regarding potential links between powdered gloves and increased latex allergy incidence.
  • Circumstantial evidence suggests glove powder may contribute to environmental bacterial contamination.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the risks associated with powdered glove use in healthcare settings.
  • To review evidence linking glove powder to latex allergy and bacterial contamination.
  • To provide recommendations for infection control practices regarding glove selection.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing data on powdered gloves and adverse events.

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  • Analysis of evidence concerning latex allergy development.
  • Examination of studies on bacterial contamination associated with glove powder.
  • Inclusion of findings from animal models regarding corn starch and infection.

    • Main Results:

    • Data indicates an association between powdered gloves and a higher risk of latex allergy.
    • Circumstantial evidence suggests glove powder may exacerbate bacterial environmental contamination.
    • Animal studies demonstrate that corn starch powder promotes wound infections.

    Conclusions:

    • Healthcare workers face risks from powdered glove use, including latex allergy and potential bacterial spread.
    • Corn starch, used as powder, has been shown to promote wound infections in animal models.
    • Infection control teams should consider evidence and advocate for the transition from powdered to powder-free gloves.