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Alcohol-based products are effective for preoperative cleaning of surgical staff members’ hands when preceded by use of a nonantimicrobial soap, according to guidelines released recently by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

CDC approves alcohol gels for pre-op hand cleaning

Alcohol-based products are effective for preoperative cleaning of surgical staff members hands when preceded by use of a nonantimicrobial soap, according to guidelines released recently by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.