Activity of antimicrobial examination gloves under realistic conditions: challenge not fulfilled

ConclusionThe lack of activity of the active principle against Gram-negative microorganisms could be confirmed. The reduction factors of>  4 log10 within 5  min for Gram-positive microorganisms claimed for the product using a standard test procedure (ASTM D7907) could not be confirmed in a realistic experimental test set-up even after 10 min of light exposure. The effectiveness against Gram-positive microorganisms should be further investigated under realistic (dry) conditions, including patient care. At this stage, the use of supposedly antimicrobial gloves should not be recommended, as the belief in their efficacy may encourage the misuse of gloves.
Source: Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research