Underwood 1993.
Methods | Cases were randomised to one of two groups using sealed envelopes. Details of method of randomisation not given. Perforation test ‐ gloves were filled with water, squeezed and observed for leaks. | |
Participants | Surgeon and assistant. Cardiac surgery ‐ sternal closure. 40 double inner gloves and 40 latex/cloth inner gloves were collected. | |
Interventions | Standard double versus latex inner with cloth outer glove | |
Outcomes | Number of perforations. | |
Notes | ||
Risk of bias | ||
Bias | Authors' judgement | Support for judgement |
Allocation concealment? | Low risk | A ‐ Adequate |