Level 1 Gowns and Drapes Describes surgical gowns, other protective apparel, surgical drapes and drapeaccessories that demonstrate the ability to resist liquid penetration in a laboratorytest, AATCC 42 (Water resistance: Impact penetration test). Level 2 Gowns and Drapes Des...

Disinfection is a major priority in all hospitals, which is why all surgical sites and operating rooms are sterile environments. However, one element of surgery cannot be sterilized by hospital staff: the patient.Studies have shown that the patient’s own skin is responsible f...

INTRODUCTION Periwound maceration has been associated with slow healing of wounds. Management of maceration is frequently attempted with the use of absorbent foams, alginates, and hydrogels. However, these dressings either lose integrity when saturated (alginates and hydrogels...