Ethylene oxide is often used for the sterilization of healthcare devices. The process involves exposing products to EO (or EtO) gas into a sealed chamber. EO sterilization assures that a safe and sterile product will be delivered to the hospital and the operating room.

While mature markets such as the US or Europe, are using non-woven disposables as a standard norm with 90-95% of hospital coverage, temptation is high for hospitals in developing countries to select reusable cotton rather than non-woven for economic reasons. However, studies have shown that the risks of developing infection is nearly up to 3 times higher when using reusable fabrics.

It takes a lot of effort in supply management to select the most suited surgical gown offering both protection and comfort to surgeons and nurses. In any activity, without the proper equipment, people can’t be effective in their job. This is even more accurate in the operating room where the success of the operation is affected by the level of viral protection needed and the freedom of movement of the surgeon.