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Blood test in uk , i have mitral valve repair with annuloplasty ring no sterile wipe was used and the nurse put her finger on vein endocarditis.risk?
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No risk: Studies have shown the alcohol wipe is worthless. If one needs to sterilize the skin one need betadyne/ hibiclens scrub prior.
Answered 12/11/2016
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