Orthopedics
Orthopedic surgical drape or orthopedics (alternatively spelt orthopaedics), is the branch of surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system.[1] Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders
Arthroscopic Drape
for dropped leg procedure – 15DO81
- Absorbent reinforcement, 20 x 20 in. (51 x 51 cm)
- Dual fenestration, circular elastic, 2.5 in. (6cm)
- Fluid control pouch with malleable wire and port
- Cord-holding tabs
Hand Drape
– 15DO82
- Absorbent reinforcement, 16.75 x 34 in. (42.5 x 89cm)
- Fenestration, circular elastic, 2 in. (5 cm)
- Hand table extension
Shoulder Drape
Attachable Pouch
– 15DO84
- Circular 10 in. (25 cm) fenestration with 32 in. (81 cm) split
- VELCRO cord-holding tabs
- Pouch attachment zone
- Includes attachable pouch
Shoulder Drape
– 15DO83
- Fenestration, pear-shaped with split and incise aperture, 11.5 x 14 in. (29 x 35.5cm)
- Fluid control pouch with drawstring and ports
- Cord-holding tabs
Top Drape
– 15D101
- Absorbent reinforcement, 20 x 9.375 in. (51 x 24cm)
- Cord-holding tabs
- Instrument pad
Split Drape
– 15D085
- Reinforcement, 44 x 40 in. (112 x 101.5cm)
- Split with adhesive, 10 x 25 in.(25 x 63.5cm)
Split Sheet Drape
– 15D086
- Absorbent reinforcement, 30.5 x 42 in. (77.5 x 107cm)
- Split with adhesive, 4 x 40 in. (10x 101cm).
Hip Drape
– 15D087
- Absorbent reinforcement, 30.5 x 50 in. (77.5 x 127cm)
- Fenestration, circular elastic, 8 in. (20cm)
- Instrument pad
- Cord-holding tabs
Hip Drape
With Pouch
– 15D088
- Absorbent reinforcement, 21.375 x 57 in. (54 x 145cm)
- Fenestration, pear-shaped elastic, 6.75 x 8.25 in. (17 x 21cm)
- Anesthesia screen
- Armboard covers
- Clear leg positioning pouches, 54.5 x 30 in. (138 x 76cm)
Extremity Drape
– 15D089
- Absorbent reinforcement, 30.5 x 42 in. (77.5 x 107cm)
- Fenestration, circular elastic, 2.5 in. (6cm)
- Anesthesia screen
- Armboard covers
- Cord-holding tabs
Extremity Drape
With Armboard Cover
– 15D090
- Absorbent reinforcement, 24 x 66.5 in. (61 x 169cm)
- Fenestration, circular elastic, 2.5 in. (6cm)
- Anesthesia screen
- Armboard covers
Testing in AAMI Level 3
AAMI has identified American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) 42 and AATCC 127 as the key test requirements that a surgical gown must pass in order to be labeled AAMI Level 3.
AATCC 42- Water Impact penetration Test
AATCC Defines: Impact penetration tests measure the resistance of fabrics to the penetration of water by impact. The test was developed to predict the probable rain penetration resistance of a fabric and most methods still include this language in the scope. The test has also been adopted by the medical industry as a measure of liquid barrier performance for protective apparel and drapes
AATCC 127- Hydrostatic pressure Test
AATCC Defines: Hydrostatic Pressure Test measures the resistance of a fabric to the penetration of water under hydrostatic pressure. It is applicable to all types of fabrics, including those treated with a water resistant or water repellent finish. Water resistance depends on the repellency of the fibers and yarns, as well as the fabric construction. The results obtained by this method may not be the same as the results obtained by the AATCC methods for resistance to rain or water spray.
Testing in European Standards
EN13795- High-Performance
EN13795- High Performance/Critical Areas Tests
– Resistance to microbial Penetration – Dry, Wet
– Cleanliness – Microbial, Particulate Matter
– Linting
– Water Resistance Hydro head
– Resistance to Liquid Penetration
– Bursting Strength – Dry, Wet
– Tensile Strength –Dry, Wet
– Breathability
Testing in AAMI Level 4
AAMI has identified American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) International3 F1671 as the key test requirement that a surgical gown must pass in order to be labeled AAMI Level 4.
ASTM F 1671- Synthetic Blood Penetration Resistance Test
ASTM International F1671: is the Resistance of Materials Used in Protective Clothing to Penetration by Blood Borne Pathogens Test. This is a pass/fail test that an AAMI Level 4 surgical gown must pass. The test method has been specifically designed for modeling penetration of HBV, HCV and HIV. Because these organisms are difficult to use, the test uses a bacteriophage, Phi-X174. Phi-X174 is one of the smallest known viruses, and it is similar in size and shape to HCV, the smallest bloodborne viral pathogen.
How it works
A surgical gown’s material is subjected to a nutrient broth containingPhi-X174 for a specified time and pressure sequence:
- Five min. at atmospheric pressure
- One min. at two PSI (pounds per square inch)
- 54 min. at atmospheric pressure
The test is terminated if visible liquid penetration occurs before the end of 60 minutes. If no visible liquid penetration is seen, then a sensitive microbial assay is performed to determine pass or fail. Any evidence of viral penetration for a test specimen constitutes a failure. If a production lot of surgical gowns passes this test in all four surgical gown critical zones, it qualifies as an AAMI Level 4 surgical gown.
Testing in European Standards
EN13795- High-Performance
EN13795- High Performance/Critical Areas Tests
– Resistance to microbial Penetration – Dry, Wet
– Cleanliness – Microbial, Particulate Matter
– Linting
– Water Resistance Hydro head
– Resistance to Liquid Penetration
– Bursting Strength – Dry, Wet
– Tensile Strength –Dry, Wet
– Breathability