Researchers aimed to show that disinfection with chlorhexidine 2% with alcohol was superior to povidone iodine 5% with alcohol in preventing infectious complications.
This study determines which psychiatry specific factors contributed to a nosocomial outbreak taking place in a psychiatric department.
By examining 4 healthcare‑associated outbreaks of SARS‑CoV‑2 infections in a German hospital, the researchers aimed to understand effective containment of SARS‑CoV‑2 in healthcare facilities.
Investigators used precision surveillance by combining genomic sequencing and conventional surveillance to delineate a nosocomial viral outbreak; they believe the findings of their study are applicable to a range of respiratory pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2.
Study authors explored the clinical features and outcomes of mixed Candida albicans/bacterial bloodstream infections compared with monomicrobial Candida albicans bloodstream infections in adult patients.
Researchers compared the efficacy and safety of cefiderocol vs high-dose, extended-infusion meropenem for adults with nosocomial pneumonia.
Study authors assessed the prevalence of Elizabethkingia, healthcare settings involved, positive culture sites, and mitigation measures to prevent outbreak.
Investigators assessed the risk factors, prevalence, and epidemiology of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriacea in high-risk patients from ICU and HSCT wards.
The efficacy, immunogenicity, and safety of a Clostridioides difficile toxoid vaccine candidate was assessed.
Findings from a study published in JAMA Network Open suggest that rigorous infection control measures may be associated with minimized risk and provide reassurance to patients concerned about contracting COVID-19 in hospitals.
