Integration of new safety technologies for needle aspiration of breast cysts

Introduction National and international regulatory agencies and professional societies mandate systematic improvements in both the safety of patients and heath care workers (HCW), including the integration of safety technologies into the procedures of obstetrics and gynecology (Ob-Gyn). Materials an...

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Published in:Archives of gynecology and obstetrics 2009-03, Vol.279 (3), p.285-292
Main Authors: Sibbitt, Randy R., Palmer, Dennis J., Bankhurst, Arthur D., Sibbitt, Wilmer L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accidents, Occupational - prevention & control
Automobile safety
Biopsy, Needle - instrumentation
Biopsy, Needle - methods
Biopsy, Needle - standards
Breast Cyst - surgery
Cysts
Endocrinology
Female
Gynecology
Health Personnel
Human Genetics
Humans
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Needlestick Injuries - prevention & control
Obstetrics/Perinatology/Midwifery
Original Article
Patient safety
Safety - standards
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Summary:Introduction National and international regulatory agencies and professional societies mandate systematic improvements in both the safety of patients and heath care workers (HCW), including the integration of safety technologies into the procedures of obstetrics and gynecology (Ob-Gyn). Materials and Methods Using national resources for patient safety and literature review, these safety technologies were identified: (1) a safety needle to reduce needle sticks to HCW, and (2) the reciprocating procedure device (RPD) to reduce injuries to patients. These technologies were introduced in a trial fashion into routine breast cyst aspiration, and physician responses were determined. Results The safety needle presented a number of difficulties associated with the safety sheath, but could be used efficiently for breast cyst aspiration. The RPD safety device functioned well for breast aspiration procedures and was well accepted by physicians. Conclusions New safety technologies can be successfully evaluated and introduced into the clinic to improve patient and HCW safety during outpatient breast procedures. Since these technologies have been demonstrated to decrease injuries to patients and HCW by 60–70%, serious efforts should be undertaken to systematically integrate safety technologies into the routine practice, including aspiration of breast cysts.
ISSN:0932-0067
1432-0711
DOI:10.1007/s00404-008-0710-8