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Surgical drapes designed to provide a bacteria-proof barrier between the unsterile skin of the patient and the sterile surgical field. These surgical drapes are mainly used in operating rooms during surgical procedures and are impermeable to fluids. They are used to minimize risk of infection or contamination. Patient surgical drapes are usually made of reusable woven and disposable nonwoven materials. Some surgical drapes have cutouts of different shapes and size to accommodate the surgical field. These drapes can have alligator clips or adhesive to hold them in place. Some are also fleece-lined to keep patients warm (for comfort or for medical reasons) during long surgical procedures. Laser-resistant, angiographic and heat-loss prevention surgical drapes are also available.
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