In a busy maternity theatre, two liters of amniotic fluid and blood can soak through conventional cotton or cheap PP drapes within 90 seconds, destroying the sterile field and increasing surgical site infections (SSIs). High-performing obstetric units require multi-laminate SMS or Spunlace drapes equipped with a built-in incise film and 360-degree suction-drained fluid collection pouches. Here is how theatre directors evaluate barrier performance and optimize customized pack contents.
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Surgical site infections following cesarean delivery account for up to 12% of hospital readmissions in emerging markets. Upgrading to AAMI Level 4 barrier drapes reduces strike-through bacterial contamination to zero. [Request an export quote](/request-quote) for complete custom pack specs.
| Criterion | SMS Multi-Laminate (65 gsm) | Spunlace Non-Woven (70 gsm) | Traditional Cotton Linen |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAMI Barrier Class | Level 4 (Impervious to viral/blood) | Level 3 (High fluid resistance) | Level 1 (Fails upon wetting) |
| Hydrostatic Head | > 150 cm H₂O | > 90 cm H₂O | < 15 cm H₂O |
| Lint & Particle Generation | Near zero (< 10 particles/min) | Low linting | Extremely high (Airborne lint) |
| Fluid Collection Pouch | Heavy-duty with suction connection | Optional add-on pouch | Not available (Floors get flooded) |
| Sterility Assurance | EO Sterilized with 5-year expiry | EO Sterilized | Dependent on hospital autoclave cycles |
| Unit Pack Price (Complete) | $6.80 – $9.50 FOB India | $8.20 – $11.50 FOB India | $18.00+ amortized washing cost |
Instead of opening 15 individual sterile packages during an emergency cesarean section, a standardized surgical pack allows the scrub nurse to prepare the trolley in under 2 minutes. We manufacture packs according to your hospital protocols. You can Contact our export desk to adjust gown sizes, blade types, and cord clamps.
Yes. We offer 100% bespoke assembly—you choose gown counts, drape dimensions, cord clamp styles, and drape accessories.
Full CE, ISO 13485, EN 13795 test reports for microbial/particulate barrier performance, and EO sterilization batch certificates.
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