The recurring problem of retained swabs and instruments.

Montasser A. Mahran; Eman Toeima; Edward P. Morris

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The recurring problem of retained swabs and instruments.

July 16, 2013

Mahran MA, Toeima E, Morris EP. Best Pract Res Clin Obstet Gynaecol. 2013;27(4):489-95.

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This review discusses the risks, complications, and challenges of retained surgical items and describes strategies to prevent them.

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