| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2878047 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2010 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
The transmission rate from an HCV positive surgeon to patients in a cardiothoracic setting was higher than previously reported and significantly higher during open heart surgery compared with vascular and pulmonary surgery. These results indicate the need for unequivocal routines for testing and handling of HCV positive health care workers and patients.
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Authors
Karina MD, Per Erling MD, PhD, Eyvind J. MD, PhD, Anne MD, PhD, Anders MD, PhD, Rolf MD, PhD,