A study has found that surgical gowns can retain superbugs after being properly disinfected, according to an article on The Independent website.
Researchers tested single-use polypropylene surgical gowns infected with three strains of C difficile.
All strains of C difficile spores remained on the gowns after disinfection and did not reduce, allowing them to potentially transfer on to other items.
As well as possibly upping the concentration of the biocide, the research highlights the need for appropriate hygiene practices, the study authors said.
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