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 language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1009-1011 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Langenbeck's Archives of Surgery |
Volume | 393 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2008 |
Keywords
- Magnet
- Needle
- Percutaneous injury
- Search device