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Study quantifies occupational exposure risks of EDT


 

FROM THE JOURNAL OF TRAUMA AND ACUTE CARE SURGERY

“Regardless of the lifesaving nature of the procedure, improved universal precaution compliance with PPE is paramount and would further minimize occupational exposure risks to providers during EDT,” Dr. Nunn and his coauthors said.

Dr. Nunn and his coauthors reported having no financial relationships.

SOURCE: Nunn A et al. J Trauma Acute Care Surg. 2018:85;78-84.

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