Managing sharps injuries and other occupational exposures to HIV, HBV, and HCV in the dermatology office - 27/12/17
, Dirk M. Elston, MD b, Allison T. Vidimos, MD c, Stacey A. Rizza, MD d, Stanley J. Miller, MD eAbstract |
Dermatologists and their staff are at risk for needlestick injuries and exposures to body fluids. Despite the availability of treatment to reduce the risk of blood-borne infection, many exposures go unreported. This paper identifies current recommendations and the specific details for response to occupational exposures to HIV, hepatitis B virus, and hepatitis C virus in the dermatology office. Issues surrounding each virus are discussed individually, and a summary step-by-step algorithm of how to proceed in the event of an occupational exposure is presented. In addition, a focused Practice Improvement Activity that is based on this paper and provides Maintenance of Certification credit has been developed. To view and participate, visit abdermorg/.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Key words : hepatitis B, hepatitis C, HIV, needlestick injuries, occupational exposures
Abbreviations used : anti-HBs, CDC, HBeAg, HBIG, HBsAg, HBV, HCV, PEP
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| Level of evidence: IV. |
Vol 77 - N° 5
P. 946 - novembre 2017 Retour au numéro
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