[Risk knowledge and management of blood exposure in operative room: results of a French national survey]. / Connaissance du risque et attitude en cas d'exposition au sang au bloc opératoire : résultats d'une enquête nationale.

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVES: To assess knowledge of risk factors of blood exposure in operative room and management after blood exposure. METHODS: A national survey was conducted towards 5000 surgeons drawn with hazard. RESULTS: The knowledge of the risk of viral contamination stay imperfect and the management after blood exposure is doubtful, and this last point is probably favoured by the absence of regulation in spite of guidelines from professional associations or societies. CONCLUSION: Knowledge of risk factors and more clear regulations could permit a better attitude in case of blood exposure.