In addition the lab won a second prize in the literature review category for a review of the role of Compression Hosiery in the Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis. This condition can develop resulting in formation of a fatal pulmonary embolism or cause damage to the veins of the lower leg which result in leg ulceration in later life. This history causes and diagnosis of DVT were discussed as was the literature relating to the clinical evidence for the use of various types of compression therapy. Dr Stephen Thomas Chlorinated gloves and Shelf Life. Many users are confused over the effect chlorination has on medical latex gloves, and whether it affects the shelf life.
Chlorination is an alternative to powdering medical gloves, so that they can be donned.
As powder becomes less popular as a lubricant, many NHS staff are turning to powder-free gloves, which are usually chlorinated. The chlorination process is carried out by dipping the gloves in a solution of chlorine for approximately 15 minutes. In fact, as the chlorinated surface is less receptive to oxygen, it may well be that the gloves have a slightly better shelf life than their non-chlorinated counterparts. Peter Phillips Personal Sharps Containers Personal sharps containers, used in the community by drug misusers participating in needle exchange schemes, have caused confusion in recent years. Problems have been experienced in arranging All Wales contracts for these devices as it has not been clear whether the containers complied with current standards or legislation.