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In a field like surgery, the safety of all those involved, right from the patient and the surgeon to the OR technician and scrub nurse is of utmost importance. There has been increased awareness, recently, on the need for better infection control, particularly with regard to HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) , CJD (Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease) and hepatitis B, which increased the preference for disposable supplies in the OR that provide improved bacterial barriers. There is also a marked rise of infectious diseases, and many new standards and regulations have been enforced in the healthcare sector worldwide.

The main products that constitute this market segment are surgical drapes, gowns, masks, head wear, and shoe cover. The total market for products such as drapes and gowns is not growing as demand is mainly linked to the amount of surgery undertaken. However, growth in the market is currently being driven by a conversion from traditional reusable products to single-use products.