1. If multiple use of plastic syringes can be ensured they cost less than glass syringes. In March 1983 the change to U100 insulin in the United Kingdom provided an opportunity to offer plastic syringes to patients instead of glass ones, to encourage their reuse, and to evaluate costs, problems, and patient preferences. The Southampton district accepted this policy in anticipation that it would be cost effective
2. Safety of reusing disposable plastic insulin syringes;Collins, B.I.; Richardson, S.G.; Spence, G.K.; Hunter, J.;Lancet,1983
3. Insulin syringe dead-space and diabetic control;Mann, N.P.; Johnston, D.I.;Lancet,1981
4. Experience with routine use of plastic syringes;Lester, E.; Woodroffe, F.J.; Grant, A.J.;Br Med J,1984