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J Hand Microsurg 2012; 04(02): 74
DOI: 10.1007/s12593-012-0078-7
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Skin Prepping for Upper Limb Procedures: Should I Keep my Eyes Closed Doc?

Saqib Javed
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Daniel Redfern
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14 July 2012

18 September 2012

Publication Date:
05 September 2016 (online)

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Abstract

Antiseptics containing alcohol are commonly used due to their effective antiseptic properties. However, they may cause eye irritation if splashed into the eyes in awake patients receiving regional anaesthesia. We present a simple technique to avoid such cases.

Keywords

Prepping - Antiseptics - Alcohol - Eye - Ulceration