TEXguardŽŽ

Background

An optimal surgical environment can only be achieved by treating the operation theatre as a coherent unit in order to reduce the risk of post-operative infections and minimise the risk of infections transmitted by blood.

Since the preliminary testing in Denmark and Sweden, TEXguardŽ clothing has been based on the concept of satisfying comfort, safety, environment and cost optimisation requirements - but without "completely overdoing it".

Several years of tests have created the TEXguardŽ concept, the best possible clothing for the operation theatre.

The material

The TEXguardŽ concept now uses the Swedish Cambric™ fabric with its unique and durable liquid-repellent surface, ideal for staff, patients and laundry washing.
The Cambric™ fabric's surface tension is suitable for all the liquids normally encountered during surgery. Products made of Cambric™ will, therefore, serve as liquid-repellent barriers during normal or dry operations.

TEXguard by Kay Borch

Cambric™ is a closely woven polyester/cotton textile. Unlike alternative fabrics and disposable materials, it provides a high level of comfort as well as an adequate barrier against liquids and bacteria transmitted by air.

The test results below bear witness to its qualities:

  • Up to 80 washes, sterilisation and use with the original liquid-repellent surface treatment.
  • Efficient protection against bacteria which complies with Bacteria Penetration Test (SS 876 00 19).
  • Biocompatible (ISO 10993)
  • Low particle release
  • Environmentally-friendly - with low CO2 emission levels
  • Financial benefits as soon as used for the first time

To satisfy everybody's needs, the TEXguardŽ concept contains a number of other well-known materials, such as microfibres, 100% polyester and two-layer and three-layer laminates.

Products

The TEXguardŽ concept includes a number of models that fulfil requirements for:

  • The reduction of airborne skin particles
  • Protection against various liquids
  • A high level of working comfort through fit and choice of fabric
TEXguard surgical gowns by Kay Borch The TEXguardŽ surgical gown has an overlapping back and raglan sleeves. The design of the gown means that it is a good fit for just about any build.
The TEXguardŽ scrub suit is designed for use during operations, acting as a fluid and bacteria barrier and extremely working comfortable to work in. TEXguard trousers by Kay Borch

All the products in the range are produced according to individual customer requirements and specifications.

Approvals

The TEXguardŽ products are produced under controlled, consistent conditions as described in Kay Borch A/S' own quality assurance system.

Since 25 August 1998, TEXguardŽ products have complied with the conditions laid down by the Council directive of 14 June 1993 on medical regulations (93/42/EEC). The CE marking is accompanied by a formal reporting system with:

  • Suppliers of fabrics and accessories guaranteeing a consistent product that complies with the product specification.
  • The requisite marking signifying it is a consistent and approved factory-tailored product.
  • Information and training for laundries in the maintenance of TEXguardŽ products.

TEXguardŽ surgical gowns also bear a 510(K) pre-market notification approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) allowing sale and distribution of the products in USA.