Frequency in allergy to proteins of latex in health care workers

Moreno, H.L.; Avila, Eduardo; Angulo, Yamileth; Portillo, Juan; Moreno, Liliana; Reza, Gohari Mahmod; Hernandez, Vergara; Levario, M.

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“…2 NRL allergens in powdered gloves can spread out as airborne particles in workplaces during the wearing and removing of PLGs. 3 A high concentration of NRL allergenic proteins has been found in NRL gloves; particularly in PLGs. 1,4 In hospitals where a high concentration of NRL aeroallergen was detected, HCWs were more likely to have symptoms, including runny nose, wheezing, shortness of breath, rhinitis, rhino-conjunctivitis and asthma [5][6][7][8] with a prevalence ranging between…”

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Evaluation of proteins in natural rubber latex gloves and pulmonary function amongst female nurses in two tertiary hospitals in southern, Thailand

Supapvanich

Povey

Vocht

2022

Asian Pac J Allergy Immunol

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Background: Inhaled natural rubber latex (NRL) allergens in a healthcare environment can cause NRL sensitization and reduce pulmonary functions. Objectives:To determine the amount of proteins and the effects of NRL gloves on the pulmonary functions of female nurses in two hospitals in the southern Thailand. Methods:The study included 340 female nurses from two hospitals in which self-reported information and a blood sample were collected. NRL sensitization was determined by using a solid-phase enzyme-labeled fluoroenzyme-immunoassay for anti-NRLIgE antibodies. Proteins in NRL gloves were measured by a modified Lowry method. Pulmonary function was measured by a spirometer. Results:The prevalences of respiratory effects self-attributed to NRL glove use and of NRL sensitization were 6.5 and 4.7%, respectively. Four of the 16 sensitized nurses reported respiratory symptoms. NRL sensitized nurses had lower forced expiratory flow (FEF 25-75% predicted value) than those who were non-sensitized (Adj. difference = -12.56, 95% CI = -24.41 to -0.70). Furthermore, examination gloves contained protein levels in the range of 111-250 mg/dm 2 . Difference types of NRL glove contained with different amount of proteins. NRL sensitization was more prevalent in nurses with high concentrations of proteins in NRL gloves (p = 0.04). Conclusion:Sensitization to NRL was associated with a decrease in FEF 25-75% predicted value, indicating narrowing of the small airways of the lung. Use of gloves with low proteins can reducing NRL allergen exposure in these hospitals, which may reduce the risk of developing respiratory problems and NRL sensitization.

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Evaluation of proteins in natural rubber latex gloves and pulmonary function amongst female nurses in two tertiary hospitals in southern, Thailand

Supapvanich

Povey

Vocht

2022

Asian Pac J Allergy Immunol

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“…Adopting the use of nonlatex gloves has benefits for workers, consumers, and the food industry.Latex allergy is recognized as a serious problem among health care workers and patients. Some studies have reported that up to 25% of atopic (allergy prone) health care workers became sensitized to latex during the course of their work (32,35). Similarly, children with spina bifida are reported to become allergic to latex because of early exposure to latex and multiple surgical procedures (2).…”

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Latex Glove Use by Food Handlers: The Case for Nonlatex Gloves

Ameratunga

Crooks

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Journal of Food Protection

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There is increasing concern that continued exposure to latex products can predispose individuals, particularly those who are atopic (allergy prone), to latex allergy. Latex allergy as a serious hazard has been well documented in the health care industry. There are also well-documented cases of food handlers who have had allergic reactions after the use of latex gloves. The contamination of food with latex proteins by food handlers using latex gloves can also result in potentially severe allergic reactions in latex-allergic consumers. We review latex allergy and present the case for avoiding latex glove use by food handlers in the food and hospitality industries. Adopting the use of nonlatex gloves has benefits for workers, consumers, and the food industry.

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Frequency in allergy to proteins of latex in health care workers

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Evaluation of proteins in natural rubber latex gloves and pulmonary function amongst female nurses in two tertiary hospitals in southern, Thailand

Evaluation of proteins in natural rubber latex gloves and pulmonary function amongst female nurses in two tertiary hospitals in southern, Thailand

Latex Glove Use by Food Handlers: The Case for Nonlatex Gloves

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