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Archive > August, 2003 Vol. IV, No. 8

Safety

Protecting Your Eyes from Sprayed, Splashed Blood

Jane Perry, MA

Jane Perry, MA The eye exposure incidents below underscore the need not only to include protective eye equipment as part of proper surgical attire, but also to make sure that goggles and faceshields don't slip down or leave unprotected gaps.

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