2 Clinical Trials for Various Conditions
This study is assessing whether there is a decrease in surgical glove punctures using blunt tipped needles compared with sharp needles for suturing during Cesarean Delivery.
The objective of this study was to determine if blunt needle use during cesarean section closure protects against glove perforation and percutaneous injury to the surgeon and surgical assistant. A secondary objective was to determine physician satisfaction with blunt needles during the surgery.