
Even with careful observance of hygiene standards, and execution of the usual antibiotic prophylaxis, there is infection at the surgical site in approx. 1-5 % of elective surgical procedures. For the patients affected, this means an extension of their pain and functional restrictions – even if there are no more serious consequences.

Medical products are classified in two performance levels: high performance and standard performance. This means that draping materials and operating theatre clothing can be tailored exactly to the respective surgery-specific requirements in material quality and product design. This flexibility allows hospitals to choose safe, cost-effective standard performance drapes for low risk operations and specific tailored surgical gowns for higher risk operations involving large amounts of body fluids.