The Pregnant Urologist: Occupational Risks and Safety Measures

    June 2017 in “ BJU international ”
    Susan J. Hall, S. Williams
    TLDR Pregnant female urologists should avoid certain drugs and use protective measures to stay safe.
    The document reviewed the occupational risks for pregnant urologists, highlighting potential hazards such as radiation, teratogenic and cytotoxic drugs, iodine hand scrub, infections, and long working hours. It found no evidence of pregnant clinicians receiving radiation doses above recommended levels or increased fetal abnormalities, though the data were from small studies. It strongly advised against contact with crushed or broken 5α-reductase inhibitor tablets, mitomycin, and other cytotoxic drugs, and recommended avoiding frequent use of iodine hand wash. Good hygiene, up-to-date immunizations, and personal protective equipment were emphasized for infection prevention.
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