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Fishhook Removal


Preparation & Expectations

What happens right after the procedure?

An antibiotic ointment should be applied to the area. A band-aid, or gauze dressing should be applied. The person should have a Clostridium tetani\ bacteria. ',CAPTION,'Tetanus Immunization');" onmouseout="return nd();">tetanus shot if he or she has not had one in the last 5 years.


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