Patient safety: latex allergy.

Surg Clin North Am

Department of Surgery, Inova Fairfax Hospital, 3300 Gallows Road, Falls Church, VA 22042-3300, USA.

Published: December 2005

Reactions to latex rubber products are a growing problem. The danger of latex allergy has been noted for many years, but it has gained significantly more attention since the institution of so-called"universal precautions" following the identification of AIDS and other transmitted viral diseases. Recognition of the various latex reactions ranging from contact dermatitis to true latex allergy is required to prevent unnecessary morbidity and mortality among health-care workers and patients. Several approaches to the problem of latex allergy are reviewed and guidelines for minimizing exposure are recommended.

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