Table 3

Types of needle and sharp devices related to injury

Types of needle and sharp devicesN (%)
Hollow bore191 (66.8)
 Syringe needle130 (45.5)
 Catheter stylet27 (9.4)
 Insulin needle27 (9.4)
 Butterfly wing5 (1.7)
 Electromyography needle1 (0.3)
 Endodontic needle1 (0.3)
Suture needle41 (14.3%)
Solid needle31 (10.8%)
 Glucose stick lancet29 (10.1)
 Other solid needle2 (0.7)
Scalpel20 (7.0%)
Others (glass, sharp tool)3 (1.0%)