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Popovich KJ et al. – In this real–world effectiveness trial, daily cleansing of surgical ICU patients’ skin with CHG had no effect on CLABSI rates, but was associated with half the rate of blood culture contamination. Controlled trials in surgical ICUs are needed to determine whether CHG bathing can prevent infections in this setting. read more
Andersen BM et al. – The MRSA Xpert test is easy to perform, has a high negative predictive value, and may be used to control healthcare workers and patients exposed to MRSA. Sampling from multiple anatomical locations is recommended. Still, more then 10 % of MRSA positive cases may not be found. read more
Ang B et al. – There is ongoing debate about the efficacy of surgical masks versus N95 respirators for protection against pandemic novel swine–origin influenza A (H1N1)– 2009. The hospital, which is designated to manage outbreaks of emerging infection, has robust surveillance systems to detect infection in staff. read more
Saxena S et al. – During 1997–2006, general practitioner consultations for skin conditions for children <18 years of age in England increased 19%, from 128.5 to 152.9/1,000 child–years, and antistaphylococcal drug prescription rates increased 64%, from 17.8 to 29.1/1,000 child–years. read more
DeLeo FR et al. – Meticillin–resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is endemic in hospitals worldwide, and causes substantial morbidity and mortality. read more
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