An alternative to the Penrose drain in children at risk for latex allergy.
We describe a simple and inexpensive technique to construct a nonlatex Penrose drain substitute using a latex-free surgeon's glove. We have found this to be a safe option for children who are at risk for a latex reaction.
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Department of Pediatric Urology, Children's Hospital of Michigan, Wayne State University School of Medicine, Detroit 48201, USA.
Freedman
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Smith
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D001746:Bladder Exstrophy / Q000601:surgery*; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004322:Drainage / Q000295:instrumentation*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006967:Hypersensitivity / Q000517:prevention & control*; D012408:Rubber / Q000009:adverse effects*; D014718:Vesico-Ureteral Reflux / Q000601:surgery*
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