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  • Title: Toxic effects of surgical glove powders on the eye.
    Author: Cox MJ, Woods JA, Newman S, Edlich RF.
    Journal: J Long Term Eff Med Implants; 1996; 6(3-4):219-26. PubMed ID: 10167363.
    Abstract:
    Surgical gloves are commonly coated with dusting powders that have severe toxic effects on the eye. Talcum powder causes a chronic granulomatous reaction with fibrosis and adhesion formation. Cornstarch has also been shown to cause a granulomatous reaction as well as sterile endophthalmitis. These complications are preventable by the use of powder-free gloves.
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