ENCORE® Radiation Attenuation powder-free latex gloves

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Standards and certifications

ASTM F2547

Description

Reduced radiation risks: These latex, powder-free sterile gloves reduce skin-dose scattered radiation exposure by up to 53.7% (beam energy level 60 kVp) during fluoroscopic procedures, compared to a 1% reduction** with standard surgical gloves
Assured comfort and tactility: ENCORE^® Radiation Attenuation sterile gloves boast ideal thickness levels, combining hand protection with tactile sensitivity, fit and comfort
Strengthened grip: These khaki-colored radiation attenuation gloves are also smooth with a micro-textured external finish, ensuring excellent handling of medical instruments
Lead-free safety: Ansell’s unique lead-free latex formulation*** uses bismuth oxide and eliminates risks associated with use of lead

^{**Wagner LK, Mulhern OR. Radiation-attenuating surgical gloves: effects of scatter and secondary electron production. Radiology. 1996;200(1):45–48}

^{***Safe use of these gloves by latex-sensitized individuals has not been established. This product contains natural rubber latex, which may cause allergic reactions.}

^{IMPORTANT: Classified as a personal protective shield and are not a medical device. The gloves must be used in combination with medical gloves if they come in contact with blood or other bodily fluids.}

^{CAUTION: Radiation attenuation gloves are designed to protect hands from scattered radiation exposure originating from the X-ray beam during fluoroscopic procedures. They are not intended for use in direct or primary X-ray beams.}

Recommended For

All surgeries, especially high risk procedures in orthopaedics, trauma, and cardiac
Higher-risk clinical applications
Protecting hands from image guided interventional procedures (fluoroscopy)

Primary industries

Healthcare

Product details

MATERIAL Natural Rubber Latex with Bismuth Oxide
POWDER CONTENT Powder-Free
COLOR Khaki
THICKNESS Standard
CUFF STYLE Straight
EXTERNAL GLOVE SURFACE Smooth with Micro-Textured Finish
INTERNAL GLOVE SURFACE Polymer Coated
ALLERGY PREVENTION None
GRIP LEVEL Moderate
DOUBLE GLOVING RECOMMENDATION Underglove
TESTED FOR USE WITH CHEMOTHERAPY DRUGS No, not tested in accordance with ASTM D6978
FREEDOM FROM HOLES (INSPECTION LEVEL I) 1.0 AQL
STERILE Yes