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![](images/global/clr_pxl.gif) | Overview | ![](images/global/clr_pxl.gif) | - Universal Precautions
Discusses universal precautions, including the use of protective barriers such as gloves, gowns, aprons, masks, and/or protective eyewear
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![](images/global/clr_pxl.gif) | In-Depth | ![](images/global/clr_pxl.gif) | - Surgery in Patients with HIV
William P. Schecter, MD, and Peter Stock, MD Discusses treatment of surgical problems directly related to HIV, the morbidity and mortality of surgery in HIV-infected patients, the risk of occupational transmission of HIV, and strategies for prevention of perioperative HIV transmission
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Reviewed/Updated Date: April 22, 2008 |
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