In the March 22, 2016, Federal Register, FDA announced its determination that Powdered Surgeon's Gloves, Powdered Patient Examination Gloves, and Absorbable Powder for Lubricating a Surgeon's Glove present an unreasonable and substantial risk of illness or injury and that the risk cannot be corrected or eliminated by labeling or a change in labeling. Consequently, FDA is proposing these devices be banned. Nonpowdered gloves are not included in this ban. Comments are due June 20, 2016.
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