The management of facial injuries in rugby union.
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BACKGROUND There are as yet no guidelines in rugby union for the management of facial lacerations which account for one-third of total injuries sustained by players. METHOD We devised a questionnaire to establish the current standards in rugby union clubs in England. The questionnaire covered such issues as inadequate wound cleansing, inappropriate suture material, the use of sterile suture equipment, and advice required for suture removal. RESULTS We recommend that a dedicated medical room should be available in all clubs, the doctor should always wear gloves, and local anaesthetic and sterile suture packs and instruments should be provided.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- British journal of sports medicine
دوره 38 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2004