Whol of Healthcare Products
There are two main types of healthcare products: those that are prescribed by a physician (medical healthcare) or those that are purchased by individuals
Whol of Healthcare Products
Healthcare and hygiene products are an important sector in the field of medicine and surgery. The range of products available is vast but typically they are used either in the operating theatre or on the hospital ward for the hygiene, care and safety of staff, and patients. Table 5.6 illustrates the range of products used in this category and includes the fibres and/or materials used and the method of manufacture.
| Product application | Fibre type | Manufacture system |
|---|---|---|
| Surgical clothing | ||
| gowns | Cotton, polyester, polypropylene | Nonwoven, woven |
| caps | Viscose | Nonwoven |
| masks | Viscose, polyester, glass | Nonwoven |
| Surgical covers drapes | Polyester, polyethylene | Nonwoven, woven |
| cloths | Polyester, polyethylene | Nonwoven, woven |
| Bedding | ||
| blankets | Cotton, polyester | Woven, knitted |
| sheets | Cotton | Woven |
| pillowcases | Cotton | Woven |
| Clothing uniforms | Cotton, polyester | Woven |
| protective clothing | Polyester, polypropylene | Nonwoven |
| Incontinence diaper/sheet coverstock | Polyester, polypropylene | Nonwoven |
| absorbent layer | Wood fluff, superabsorbents | Nonwoven |
| outer layer | Polyethylene | Nonwoven |
| Cloths/wipes | Viscose | Nonwoven |
| Surgical hosiery | Polyamide, polyester, cotton, elastomeric yarns | Knitted |
