TOC March 2007

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New Initiatives, Practices Make Strides in Fight Against SSIs By Jennifer Schraag

Clearing the Path: Skin Antisepsis Continues to Evolve By Jennifer Schraag

Aseptic Technique: No Major Changes But More Important Than Ever By Michelle Beaver

Myriad Fluid Management and Disposal Choices are Available for the OR By Michelle Beaver

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