The Difference Between Isolation and Surgical Gown
Many surgeons wear a surgical gown during operations or procedures to protect the clothing, skin, and other equipment from blood stains and other bodily fluids. The gowns are often white to differentiate them from the rest of the operating room (OR) environment. Isolation is the practice of keeping certain individuals away from others so as not to infect others with diseases or germs. An isolation ward is an example of this type of facility. Surgical gowns are designed to keep surgeons clean during operations by preventing any contaminants from getting on their clothing, skin, and operating tables. It’s important to understand the differences between these two practices so that you can choose the right one for your OR environment. Read on to learn more about what isolation and surgical gowns are, their differences, and when it might be best for you to use each one in your OR setting. Isolation Gowns Isolation gowns are designed to keep surgical staff, patients, and medical equipment, ...