NZ hospitals using tools from hardware stores for surgeries
Cash-strapped hospitals in New Zealand have been using unsterile, non-surgical tools and equipment bought from hardware stores for surgeries, according to an investigation. It was also revealed that single-use blades for ear surgeries were being sterilised and reused at a hospital. The investigation further found that saws and bolt cutters were used to cut plates and rods in orthopaedic surgeries.