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Fine-needle aspiration anchor. A simple device to prevent needle-stick injury at fine-needle aspiration
Abstract:
Pathologists and clinicians performing fine-needle aspiration for cytologic diagnosis are at risk of finger injury by the needle during the aspiration procedure. To prevent this occurrence and its accompanying potential for transmitting serious pathogens such as the human immunodeficiency virus and hepatitis B virus, we have designed a simple acrylic device (fine-needle aspiration anchor) consisting of two curved prongs with an attached handle, to take up the functions of the fingers for stabilization of the target lesion. Use of the fine-needle aspiration anchor on more than 1000 patients with various mass lesions has confirmed enhanced immobilization of the lesions for aspiration, safety for the person performing the procedure, and excellent patient acceptance.
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A new fine-needle aspiration anchor device prevents needle injuries for clinicians performing cytologic diagnosis. This simple tool enhances lesion stabilization, improving safety and patient acceptance during aspiration procedures.
Area of Science:
- Medical Devices
- Surgical Safety
- Cytopathology
Background:
- Fine-needle aspiration (FNA) carries a risk of needle-stick injuries to clinicians.
- Such injuries can lead to transmission of serious pathogens like HIV and HBV.
- Current methods for lesion stabilization during FNA may be suboptimal.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and evaluate a novel device for stabilizing lesions during FNA.
- To enhance safety for healthcare professionals performing FNA procedures.
- To improve the efficacy and patient experience of FNA.
Main Methods:
- Development of a simple acrylic device, the "fine-needle aspiration anchor," with prongs and a handle.
- Clinical application of the device in over 1000 patients undergoing FNA for various mass lesions.
- Assessment of lesion immobilization, procedural safety, and patient acceptance.
Main Results:
- The fine-needle aspiration anchor effectively stabilized target lesions during aspiration.
- The device significantly enhanced safety for the clinician performing the procedure.
- Excellent patient acceptance was reported across a diverse patient cohort.
Conclusions:
- The fine-needle aspiration anchor is a safe and effective tool for improving FNA procedures.
- This device mitigates the risk of needle-stick injuries and pathogen transmission.
- It offers a practical solution for lesion stabilization, benefiting both clinicians and patients.