['Bloodborne Pathogens', 'Specialized Industries']
['Bloodborne Pathogens', 'Healthcare']
01/03/2024
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This four-page safety and health information bulletin describes the hazard of sharp-tip suture needles as a source of percutaneous injuries to surgical personnel. This bulletin presents evidence of the effectiveness of blunt-tip suture needles in decreasing percutaneous injuries to surgical personnel, particularly when used to suture muscle and fascia. It also emphasizes OSHA’s requirement and NIOSH's recommendation to use safer medical devices — in this case, blunt-tip suture needles — where clinically appropriate.
['Bloodborne Pathogens', 'Specialized Industries']
['Bloodborne Pathogens', 'Healthcare']
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