Go to startpage Our knowledge Current: Surgical gloves: putting safety and quality first SURVEY RESULTS Surgical gloves: putting safety and quality first 1. Creative Medical Research. Survey of 61 actively practising UK surgeons regarding their understanding of surgical gloves. July 2018. 2. UNISON, 2013, Needle Safety at Work. https://www.unison.org.uk/content/uploads/2013/06/On-line-Catalogue163033.pdf 3. Bevan Brittan LLP. Are Your “Sharps” Policies and Procedures Up to Scratch? February 2011. https://www.bevanbrittan.com/insights/articles/2011/sharpspoliciesandprocedures/ 4. In Use Surgical Gove Failure Rate Comparison. Study G009-005. 2009. Data on file. surgical solutions article Practising UK surgeons have told us 1 ... “Lower quality gloves are frequently presented to us but I believe that higher quality gloves lead to faster, safer and more efficient operations and therefore cost savings to the NHS and happier surgeons.” “Sharps injuries may involve time off sick, they may require long term blood tests as a follow up, as well as anti-viral treatment depending on the risk.” “Poor quality gloves prolong operations and lead to frustrations and unnecessary delays and anxiety.” “Poor quality gloves, lead to poor tissue handling and an inferior operation.” “I operate two-three days per week; Biogel® are comfortable well-fitting gloves with good tactility and are important to smooth the day in theatre.” EXPERTISE Knowledge ARTICLE Our quality is your protection More insight 'References' Creative Medical Research. Survey of 61 actively practising UK surgeons regarding their understanding of surgical gloves. July 2018. Mölnlycke is a world-leading medical products and solutions company that equips healthcare professionals to achieve the best patient, clinical and economic outcomes. We use cookies to improve your use and experience of Mölnlycke’s websites. By continuing to browse Mölnlycke’s site(s), you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with Mölnlycke’s applicable policies . © 2021 Mölnlycke Health Care AB. All rights reserved. Get to know us About us Products and solutions Our knowledge External links Contact us Get the details Regulatory support Products - Instructions for use Policies Terms of use Cookie policy Follow us Attention: Products shown on the Mölnlycke web sites(s) may not be available in all markets and product indication claim(s) may vary between markets. The Mölnlycke, Alldress, Arthropad, Avance, BARRIER, Biogel, Biogel Eclipse, Biogel PI Pro-Fit, Biogel Sensor, Brevet TX, Collar'n'Cuff, Drisite Easywarm, Elset, Epaderm, Exufiber, Hydrolock, EZ Derm, Hacdil, Hibi, Hibiclens, Hibidil, HiBiscrub, Indicator, Lyofoam, Mefix, Melgisorb, Mextra, Mepiform, Mepilex, Mepiseal, Mepitac, Mepitel, Mepore, Mesalt, Mesoft, Mesorb, Mestopore, Micro Indicator, NeoDerm, Normlgel, PI Indicator, PI Micro Indicator, PI Ultratouch, Polysling, Previsense, Reveal, Safetac, Setopress, Skinsense, Slinky, Steripod, Sterets, Tisept, Tubifast, Tubifast 2-way stretch, Tubigrip, Tubinette, Unisept and Unisoft trademarks, names and logos are registered globally to one or more of the Mölnlycke Health Care group of companies. Cookies Cookies help us deliver our services and provide personalized experiences. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies. You can opt out by clicking on the following link. I agree