Reading the Small Print – Labelling Recommendations for Orthopaedic Implants

摘要

INTRODUCTIONThere exist, currently, no clear guidelines regarding standards for surgical implant labelling. Dimensions of the laminar flow canopies in orthopaedic use fixes the distance at which implant labels can be read. Mistakes when reading the label on an implant box can pose health risks for patients, and financial consequences for medical institutions.