Needlestick Injuries in Dentistry


 
Language:

English

Authors:

Gupta N, Tak J

Series/Journal Title:

Kathmandu University Medical Journal

Volume:

35

Issue:

3

Pages:

5

Description:

Needlestick injuries and other sharps-related injuries which expose health care professionals to bloodborne pathogens continue to be an important public health concern. This article presents comprehensive information on needlestick injuries (NSI), post exposure prophylaxis, precautions and suggestions for prevention of NSI in dentistry. [from abstract]

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Geographic Focus

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