Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10103022 Asian Journal of Surgery 2005 7 Pages PDF
Abstract
Retained sponges are more common in obese patients and after emergency surgery. A high degree of suspicion is important for preoperative diagnosis. Despite the use of radio-opaque sponges and thorough sponge counting, this moribund mishap still occurs. Although human errors cannot be completely abolished, continuous medical training and strict adherence to regulations should reduce the incidence to a minimum.
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