Penetrating stab wounds caused by needles. They are of special concern to health care workers since such injuries put them at risk for developing infectious disease.
Also Known As:
Needlestick Injury; Injuries, Needlestick; Needle-Stick Injuries; Needle-Sticks; Needlesticks; Injuries, Needle-Stick; Injuries, Sharps; Injury, Needle-Stick; Injury, Needlestick; Injury, Sharps; Needle Stick Injuries; Needle Sticks; Needle-Stick Injury; Sharps Injury; Stick, Needle; Sticks, Needle; Needle Stick; Needle-Stick; Needlestick; Sharps Injuries