The entire front of the surgical gown is not sterile. Sterile surgical gowns are designed to reduce the contact between the surgical site and the surrounding microorganisms during surgery, thereby reducing the risk of infection. Its sterile range is usually a specific area, not the whole body.
Generally speaking, after putting on a sterile surgical gown, the area above the belt, before the axillary line, below the shoulder, and the front part from the cuff to the elbow are considered sterile areas. This means that most of the front area of the surgical gown is sterile, but not all of it. For example, the collar, shoulders, and parts below the waist of the surgical gown are generally not considered sterile areas.
In addition, the sterility of the surgical gown is also affected by other factors, such as the way the surgical staff wears it, the operating specifications during the operation, etc. After putting on the surgical gown, the surgical staff should avoid contamination and keep the sterile area untouched. At the same time, the principle of aseptic operation should be strictly followed during the operation to reduce the risk of infection at the surgical site.
Therefore, although most of the front area of the surgical gown is sterile, not the entire front is sterile. When using surgical gowns, medical staff should clearly define the scope of sterility and strictly adhere to the principles of aseptic operation to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the operation.
