Thomas 2001.
Methods | Surgeons were randomised into two groups using sealed envelopes immediately prior to scrubbing. Details of method of randomisation not given. Perforations were tested by 2 methods: filling the gloves with air and submerging them in water and filling the gloves with water and observing for leaks. | |
Participants | Primary surgeon and assistant surgeon. General surgery | |
Interventions | Single versus standard double gloves | |
Outcomes | Number of perforations. | |
Notes | ||
Risk of bias | ||
Bias | Authors' judgement | Support for judgement |
Allocation concealment? | Low risk | A ‐ Adequate |