Managing HIV. Part 7: Professional issues. 7.1 HIV infection control in medical practice.

Med J Aust · 1996

review · Level V

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Abstract

Reports of cross-infection with HIV and hepatitis C during routine surgery in Sydney have refocused attention on preventing transmission of HIV and other blood-borne viruses in the health care setting. This review examines the risks of transmission in medical practice, summarises infection control measures and examines issues regarding the HIV-infected health care worker.