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AIDS autopsy precautions.

Pathologist. 1985 Nov;39(11):20-1. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE AHA/86042158
Maas AE

Abstract: Although there is no indication that the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome is a health hazard to hospital personnel, precautions should be taken to prevent inanimate objects and surfaces from becoming contaminated during the autopsy of a victim of AIDS. A third person should act as circulator, the author advises, and he details the circulator's tasks.
Keywords: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/*PREVENTION & CONTROL Autopsy/*STANDARDS Human *Personnel, Hospital JOURNAL ARTICLE

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