Abstract
Hospital-based bloodborne infections are generally limited to viruses; hepatitis B virus, hepatitis C virus and the human immunodeficiency virus. The risk of infection by an infected patient to the health care worker is substantial. All preventable actions should be taken, including 3 injections of vaccine for hepatitis B, serological confirmation of protection, and further treatment if necessary. Since no preventable risk to a patient is acceptable, policies need to be set on the fitness-for-work of the infected surgeon. This article reviews the risks of bloodborne infections and preventive measures.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 977-982, 990 |
Journal | Harefuah |
Volume | 140 |
Issue number | 10 |
State | Published - Oct 2001 |
Externally published | Yes |