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An attempt was made to determine whether there was a reduction in the frequency of occupational injuries reported by surgeons in 1993 when compared with the findings for 1988. Studies were conducted of percutaneous injuries to surgeons practicing in tertiary and nontertiary care hospitals in the New York metropolitan area. A significant decrease was noted in the frequency of reported percutaneous injuries over the 5 year period. General surgeons, specialists and residents each demonstrated significant decreases. The authors conclude that during this period of time, the significantly reduced rate of injury should also decrease substantially the rate of acquired infections from blood borne pathogens.
AIDS, 9(2):199-202, 1995. (12 references)
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