| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4286512 | International Journal of Surgery | 2013 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
The safety of the patient and its importance in a surgical setting is well recognised. However, in the literature far less emphasis is placed upon the safety of the surgeon and his/her team. This review discusses the risks to which a surgeon is exposed, including blood-borne pathogens, radiation exposure, biomechanical stresses and fatigue, and the adverse effects of diathermy fumes. Strategies addressing these risks are presented and recommendations to improve surgical team safety are offered.
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Authors
Ankur Khajuria, Mahiben Maruthappu, Myura Nagendran, Joseph Shalhoub,