Association between universal gloving and healthcare-associated infections: A systematic literature review and meta-analysis.
Nai-Chung N ChangAshley E KatesMelissa A WardElizabeth J KiscadenHeather Schacht ReisingerEli N PerencevichMarin L Schweizernull nullPublished in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2019)
Universal gloving may be associated with a small protective effect against HAI. Despite limited data, universal gloving may be considered in high-risk settings, such as pediatric intensive care units. Further research should be performed to determine the effects of universal gloving on a broader range of pathogens, including gram-negative pathogens.