Swabs tampons and sharps in the maternity services when used for vaginal birth and perineal repair Management of IO40 v6

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Safe management of swabs tampons and sharps within the maternity services when used for vaginal birth and perineal repair.

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Date Uploaded
28.06.2023
Date Review
28.06.2026
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This guideline has been approved by the Trust's Clinical Guidelines Assessment Panel as an aid to the diagnosis and management of relevant patients and clinical circumstances. Not every patient or situation fits neatly into a standard guideline scenario and the guideline must be interpreted and applied in practice in the light of prevailing clinical circumstances, the diagnostic and treatment options available and the professional judgement, knowledge and expertise of relevant clinicians. It is advised that the rationale for any departure from relevant guidance should be documented in the patient's case notes.
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