Lost needle: A simple search device for the operating room's floor

Matthias Möhrenschlager, Johannnes Ring, Verena Henkel, Berthold Jessberger

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Abstract

Background/Aims: Needle-stick injuries provide a substantial threat in regard to health of victims and may cause extra costs to health systems. Materials and methods: We report on simple strategies to prevent a needle-stick injury by analysing search devices which can detect a lost needle. Results: A magnetic device enables the surgeon as well as other staff members working in the operating room to locate a lost needle on the floor rapidly. For search in body cavities, X-ray examination is recommended. Conclusion: With simple methods, a lost needle can be found easily to prevent any harm for others in the future.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1009-1011
Number of pages3
JournalLangenbeck's Archives of Surgery
Volume393
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 2008

Keywords

  • Magnet
  • Needle
  • Percutaneous injury
  • Search device

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