Term: Accidental Puncture or Laceration

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2006-07-20

Definition:

An accidental puncture or laceration is an unintended cut, puncture, perforation or laceration of tissue during a surgical procedure.

References 

• Bruce S, Prior H, Katz A, Taylor M, Latosinsky S, Martens P, De Coster C, Brownell M, Soodeen R, Steinbach C. Application of Patient Safety Indicators in Manitoba: A First Look. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2006. [Report] [Summary] (View)