A 73-year old male patient complains of progressive darkening and clouding across his entire left field of vision. The patient reports no pain or trauma, and the progression has taken place very gradually. He is diagnosed with a cataract in the left eye. Why is it extremely important that all personnel in this procedure wear powder-free gloves?

A 73-year old male patient complains of progressive darkening and clouding across his entire left field of vision. The patient reports no pain or trauma, and the progression has taken place very gradually. He is diagnosed with a cataract in the left eye. Why is it extremely important that all personnel in this procedure wear powder-free gloves?

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