During surgical procedures, the risk of pathogen transmission increases if the barrier materials become wet. Consequently, the multiple- or single-use materials of the drapes and gowns used in a surgical procedure should prevent the penetration of liquids.

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Reusable materials are typically composed of different tightly-woven textiles and/or knitted cotton, or other fabrics possibly blended with polyester and/or chemically treated. These products have to be durable and provide protection after many cycles of processing and treatment. Disposable surgical drapes and gowns are typically composed of non-woven materials of synthetic and/or natural origin, possibly combined with chemical treatment

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Uses of Medical Disposables Gowns and Drapes:

Sterile surgical gowns and drapes provide a potential barrier between the operative site and sources of bacteria. Once again, these barrier devices also serve to protect the surgeon from blood-borne pathogens encountered via total saturation, or ‘strike through’ of wet gowns, splash, or plume.

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Gowns are examples of personal protective equipment used in health care settings. They are used to protect the wearer from the spread of infection or illness if the wearer comes in contact with potentially infectious liquid and solid material.

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Manufacturing process of Medical Disposables Gowns and Drapes

In most cases, gowns are manufactured by four main processes. These processes include embroidery, printing, heat-sealing, and sewing. There are also three additional methods that can be applied to gown production including serging, tube making and lamination. Medical Disposable drapes can be made through a few different manufacturing processes as well. The most common include embroidery, heat-sealing, cutting/folding/stitching or sewing. Additional processes for medical dress include lamination, tube making and serging.

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Each method has its own set of benefits depending on what is being produced, how many pieces are needed, etc. Another decision you’ll need to make when determining your drape manufacturer is which fabric will best suit your needs; there are three types commonly used in medical disposables—cotton, acrylic, and polyester. Some advantages of cotton over synthetic fabrics are softness, breathability and absorbency; however, it can shrink after several washes. Polyester tends to offer high strength and durability with added resistance to abrasion. This makes it one of the more popular choices for medical facilities. Acrylic fabric offers moisture wicking properties along with anti-microbial characteristics that prevent bacterial growth or mildew growth at an optimal rate.

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Market Outlook: Surgical Drapes and Gowns Market is expected to increase at a CAGR of 4.42 percent from 2019 to 2026, to reach USD 3.23 billion. The rising number of surgeries and the rising prevalence of hospital-acquired infections are the main drivers of this market’s expansion. The increased use of surgical drapes to protect surgeons and patients from surgical site infections is the main driver of this market’s growth.

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The rising number of chronic diseases and operations, more knowledge of the use of surgical drapes and gowns, and the rising prevalence of hospital-acquired infections are all driving this industry forward. The Asia-Pacific area is predicted to be a profitable market. Increased awareness of chronic diseases and initiatives to promote the use of disposable surgical drapes and gowns are projected to boost the surgical drapes and gowns market size in the near future.

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