Abstract
Blunt needles have been developed that are easily used in fascial closures while limiting penetrating cutaneous injury to the surgeon and the operating staff. These needles offer the surgeon further protection from inadvertent exposure to blood borne pathogens.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
MeSH terms
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Abdominal Muscles / surgery*
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Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / transmission
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Fasciotomy*
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Gloves, Surgical
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Hepatitis B / transmission
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Humans
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Needles*
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Needlestick Injuries / prevention & control*
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Occupational Diseases / prevention & control