Reduction of latex aeroallergens and latex-specific IgE antibodies in sensitized workers after removal of powdered natural rubber latex gloves in a hospital☆☆☆★★★

Respiratory symptoms of natural rubber latex (NRL) allergy in health care workers (HCWs) have been reported in rooms with a detectable allergen load. Preventive measures have been proposed to reduce the risk of NRL sensitization.Eliminating powdered NRL gloves from the workplace and giving NRL-free material to sensitized workers has been among proposed preventive measures. To appraise the success of such procedures among HCWs, a prospective...