A new powder-free glove with a textured surface to improve handling of surgical instruments

Abstract

A latex surgical glove has been designed to have a textured surface that simulates the surface of intact skin. This textured surface enhances security of grasp of surgical instruments under wet and dry conditions without altering tactile discrimination. The unique hydrogel polymer of this glove allows the glove to be donned with either wet or dry hands without the use of cornstarch lubricants.