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Reflections on biosafety in acupuncture.

Beatriz Maria Dos Santos Santiago Ribeiro1, Vladimir Araujo da Silva2, Jucelei Pascoal Boaretto3

  • 1Nursing, Universidade de São Paulo - Ribeirão Preto (SP), Brazil. Universidade de São Paulo Nursing Universidade de São Paulo Brazil.

Revista Brasileira De Medicina Do Trabalho : Publicacao Oficial Da Associacao Nacional De Medicina Do Trabalho-Anamt
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Acupuncture practice requires strict biosafety standards to prevent infections, a common adverse effect. Adhering to universal precautions protects both patients and providers, ensuring treatment effectiveness and minimizing occupational hazards.

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  • Integrative and Complementary Medicine
  • Infectious Disease Control

Background:

  • Biosafety standards are crucial for acupuncture, an integrative and complementary practice.
  • Infection is a significant occupational hazard in acupuncture.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To promote reflection on biosafety in acupuncture.
  • To reduce infection-related occupational risks for providers and patients.

Main Methods:

  • Theoretical essay based on selected literature.
  • Literature review conducted from June to October 2019.

Main Results:

  • Infection is the most frequently reported adverse effect in acupuncture.
  • Acupuncture poses a considerable risk of microorganism inoculation.
Keywords:
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  • Provider awareness of biosafety is vital for patient and provider safety.

    • Conclusions:

    • Providers should adopt universal biosafety practices during acupuncture.
    • Implementing biosafety measures ensures patient and provider safety without compromising treatment efficacy.