Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Safe Surgical Practices


Surgery is a frightening prospect for most patients. Despite the training and experience of most surgeons, few patients are truly comfortable with the prospect of going under the knife. Unfortunately, this is for good reason in some instances. Though most surgeries are executed flawlessly, the ones that are not properly handled can have serious consequences for the patient turned victim.

One of the potential dangers of every surgical procedure is the possibility of improper handling of surgical implements. The tools and technologies that are used during surgery can be very helpful and make a difference in a patient's health, but if these instruments are not properly handled, the results can be devastating. Proper preparation and use of these implements is very important to the overall success of every surgical procedure.

Hygiene is one of the greatest concerns with the repeated use of medical instruments. If a tool is used on multiple occasions, the proper upkeep and cleaning of this tool is essential to the health of any patient on whom this tool is used. These tools are exposed to potentially hazardous materials and infections. Any trace of that illness can be easily spread to other patients if an implement is used repeatedly without proper sanitation.

Also, if an instrument is not handled properly, it could actually cause more harm than good. Scarring and unnecessary tissue damage can result if proper care is not taken while using surgical tools. These implements are designed to serve a specific purpose and if they are not handled well, they can cause long-term injuries and illness to those they were supposed to help.

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