The Prevalence and Underreporting of Needlestick Injuries among Dental Healthcare Workers in Pakistan: A Systematic Review
Needlestick injuries (NSIs) are a major occupational health problem among dental healthcare workers (HCWs) in Pakistan, which places them at a significant risk of acquiring blood-borne infections. However, not all NSIs are reported, leading to an underestimation of the actual prevalence. The harmful...
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Main Authors: | Mehak Pervaiz, Ruth Gilbert, Nasreen Ali |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley
2018-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Dentistry |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2018/9609038 |
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