There is also growing evidence that glove powder can act as a vector for pathogens, Citation:Newsom Shaw Airborne particles Heathrow and investigations are now being mounted into the possibility that glove powder in clinical areas can lead to an increased risk of post-operative infection. Podell Citation:Risks Complications Podell Regent notes that where glove powder is used, "it can be found throughout the operating theatre, acting as a magic carpet for microorganisms to contaminate the surgical field; it is attracted electrostatically to instruments, needles, sutures and implants, and is not removed by routine washing and wiping."
Pete Phillips <pete@smtl.co.uk>