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Springer Safety in Office-Based Dermatologic Surgery 1st Editon 2015 Hardbound by Jacob O. Levitt, Joseph F. Sobanko
Personal protective equipment (PPE) for biological hazards – such as, gloves, gowns, aprons, masks, or protective eyewear (face shields, goggles or glasses) - reduce the risk of exposure to potentially infective materials. This book highlights the risks inherent in dermatological surgery and the various tools used in its practice. The authors provide detailed guidance on best practice to remove or reduce risk and thus this book is an essential reference for anyone involved from dermatologic and cosmetic surgeons through nursing staff and on to clinic administrators. The book is lavishly illustrated to show some of the practical aspects of the subject and is packed with tips and tricks to assist the practitioner reduce risk wherever possible. Epidemiology.- What to do if exposed.- Personal safetyequipment.- General Principles.- Setting up a tray.- Injection.- Working withan assistant.- Excision.- Hemostasis.- Suturing.- Venipuncture.- Curettage.- Cryotherapy.-Acne surgery.- Nail clipping.- Lasers and PDT.