Publication: Needlestick Injuries in Dentistry
Date
2011
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Publisher
Kathmandu University
Abstract
ABSTRACT
Needlestick injuries and other sharps-related injuries which expose health care
professionals to bloodborne pathogens continue to be an important public health
concern. Dentists are at increased risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens,
including Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV. This article presents comprehensive
information on Needlestick injuries (NSI), post exposure prophylaxis, precautions
and suggestions for prevention of NSI in dentistry. Dentists should remember and
apply many precautions to prevent the broad spectrum of sharps and splash injuries
that could occur during the delivery of dental care.
KEY WORDS
bloodborne, pathogens, needlestick injuries, post exposure prophylaxis
Description
Gupta N,1 Tak J2
1Department of Periodontics
2Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology Shree Bankey Bihari Dental College & Research Centre