Prophylaxis after occupational exposure to HIV. Universal precautions should be used during all surgical procedures
Walker, P.P.; Reynolds, M.T.
Bmj 316(7132): 702
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0959-8138 PMID: 9522806 Document Number: 492412
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