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The prophylactic use of negative-pressure wound therapy after cardiac surgery: a meta-analysis J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-04-26 A. Fiocco, M. Dini, G. Lorenzoni, D. Gregori, A. Colli, L. Besola
Surgical site infections (SSIs) pose a frequent complication in cardiac surgery patients and lead to increased patient discomfort and extended hospitalization. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the protective role of single-use negative-pressure wound therapy (sNPWT) devices on closed surgical wounds after cardiac surgery, and explored their potential preventive application across all cardiac surgery
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Is detergent-only cleaning paired with chlorine disinfection the best approach for cleaning? J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-04-20 M.A. Kiernan, M. Garvey, P. Norville, J.A. Otter, D.J. Weber
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Trends in viable microbial bioburden on surfaces within a paediatric bone marrow transplant unit J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-04-15 S. Watkin, E. Cloutman-Green, M. Kiernan, L. Ciric
Despite their role being historically overlooked, environmental surfaces have been shown to play a key role in the transmission of pathogens causating healthcare-associated infection (HAI). To guide infection prevention and control (IPC) interventions and inform clinical risk assessments, more needs to be known about microbial surface bioburden. To identify the trends in culturable bacterial contamination
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Assessment of antimicrobial resistance laboratory-based surveillance capacity of hospitals in Zambia: findings and implications for system strengthening J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-04-15 K. Yamba, J.Y. Chizimu, S. Mudenda, C. Lukwesa, R. Chanda, R. Nakazwe, B. Simunyola, M. Shawa, A.C. Kalungia, D. Chanda, T. Mateele, J. Thapa, K. Kapolowe, M.L. Mazaba, M. Mpundu, F. Masaninga, K. Azam, C. Nakajima, Y. Suzuki, N.N. Bakyaita, E. Wesangula, M. Matu, R. Chilengi
A well-established antimicrobial resistance (AMR) laboratory-based surveillance (LBS) is of utmost importance in a country like Zambia which bears a significant proportion of the world's communicable disease burden. This study assessed the capacity of laboratories in selected hospitals to conduct AMR surveillance in Zambia. This cross-sectional exploratory study was conducted among eight purposively
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The use of faecal microbiota transplant as treatment for recurrent or refractory Clostridioides difficile infection and other potential indications: second edition of joint British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) and Healthcare Infection Society (HIS) guidelines J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-04-11 B.H. Mullish, B. Merrick, M.N. Quraishi, A. Bak, C.A. Green, D.J. Moore, R.J. Porter, N.T. Elumogo, J.P. Segal, N. Sharma, B. Marsh, G. Kontkowski, S.E. Manzoor, A.L. Hart, C. Settle, J.J. Keller, P. Hawkey, T.H. Iqbal, S.D. Goldenberg, H.R.T. Williams
The first British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) and Healthcare Infection Society (HIS)-endorsed faecal microbiota transplant (FMT) guidelines were published in 2018. Over the past 5 years, there has been considerable growth in the evidence base (including publication of outcomes from large national FMT registries), necessitating an updated critical review of the literature and a second edition
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Positive rate for carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales in hospital water environment: a single-centre study in South Korea J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-04-08 J.L. Jo, J.Y. Lee, J.Y. Kim, Y-J. Lim, E.O. Kim, J. Jung, S-H. Kim
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Genomic insights into the expansion of carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae within Portuguese hospitals J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-28 N.A. Faria, T. Touret, A.S. Simões, C. Palos, S. Bispo, J.M. Cristino, M. Ramirez, J. Carriço, M. Pinto, C. Toscano, E. Gonçalves, M.L. Gonçalves, A. Costa, M. Araújo, A. Duarte, H. de Lencastre, M. Serrano, R. Sá-Leão, M. Miragaia
Carbapenem-resistant (CR-KP) are a public health concern, causing infections with a high mortality rate, limited therapeutic options and challenging infection control strategies. In Portugal, the CR-KP rate has increased sharply, but the factors associated with this increase are poorly explored. In order to address this question, phylogenetic and resistome analysis were used to compare the draft genomes
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Epidemiology of healthcare-associated Pseudomonas aeruginosa in intensive care units: are sink drains to blame? J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-28 C. Volling, L. Mataseje, L. Graña-Miraglia, X. Hu, S. Anceva-Sami, B.L. Coleman, M. Downing, S. Hota, A.J. Jamal, J. Johnstone, K. Katz, J.A. Leis, A. Li, V. Mahesh, R. Melano, M. Muller, S. Nayani, S. Patel, A. Paterson, M. Pejkovska, D. Ricciuto, A. Sultana, T. Vikulova, Z. Zhong, A. McGeer, D.S. Guttman, M.R. Mulvey
(PA) is a common cause of healthcare-associated infection (PA-HAI) in the intensive care unit (ICU). To describe the epidemiology of PA-HAI in ICUs in Ontario, Canada, and to identify episodes of sink-to-patient PA transmission. This was a prospective cohort study of patients in six ICUs from 2018 to 2019, with retrieval of PA clinical isolates, and PA-screening of antimicrobial-resistant organism
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Should automated electronic hand-hygiene monitoring systems be implemented in routine patient care? Systematic review and appraisal with Medical Research Council Framework for Complex Interventions J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-28 D. Gould, C. Hawker, N. Drey, E. Purssell
Manual hand-hygiene audit is time-consuming, labour-intensive and inaccurate. Automated hand-hygiene monitoring systems (AHHMSs) offer advantages (generation of standardized data, avoidance of the Hawthorne effect). World Health Organization Guidelines for Hand Hygiene published in 2009 suggest that AHHMSs are a possible alternative. The objective of this review was to assess the current state of the
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The EC-COMPASS: Long-term, multi-centre surveillance of Enterobacter cloacae complex – a clinical perspective J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-28 M.D. Mauritz, B. Claus, J. Forster, M. Petzold, S. Schneitler, A. Halfmann, S. Hauswaldt, D. Nurjadi, N. Toepfner
complex (ECCO) comprises closely related Enterobacterales, causing a variety of infections ranging from mild urinary tract infections to severe bloodstream infections. ECCO has emerged as a significant cause of healthcare-associated infections, particularly in neonatal and adult intensive care. The COMplex PASsive Surveillance (EC-COMPASS) aims to provide a detailed multi-centre overview of ECCO epidemiology
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Effect of unidirectional airflow ventilation on surgical site infection in cardiac surgery: environmental impact as a factor in the choice for turbulent mixed air flow J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-25 H.J. Friedericy, A.F. Friedericy, A. de Weger, E.L.A. van Dorp, R.A.A.L. Traversari, A.C. van der Eijk, F.W. Jansen
Surgical site infection (SSI) in the form of postoperative deep sternal wound infection (DSWI) after cardiac surgery is a rare, but potentially fatal, complication. In addressing this, the focus is on preventive measures, as most risk factors for SSI are not controllable. Therefore, operating rooms are equipped with heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to prevent airborne contamination
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Bacteriology of endotracheal tube biofilms and antibiotic resistance: a systematic review J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-22 S.K. Mishra, S. Baidya, A. Bhattarai, S. Shrestha, S. Homagain, B. Rayamajhee, A. Hui, M. Willcox
Bacteria commonly adhere to surfaces and produce polymeric material to encase the attached cells to form communities called biofilms. Within these biofilms, bacteria can appear to be many times more resistant to antibiotics or disinfectants. This systematic review explores the prevalence and microbial profile associated with biofilm production of bacteria isolated from endotracheal tubes and its associations
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Antibiotic management programme in a tertiary intensive care unit: effects of a carbapenem-restricted period on clinical and laboratory parameters and costs of infections J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-21 D. Asiltürk, R. Güner, A.K. Kalem, I.Ö. Tufan, İ. Hasanoğlu, F. Eser, S. Malhan, B. Kayaaslan
Carbapenems are antibiotics used for serious infections. The consumption of carbapenems has increased worldwide due to increasing microbial resistance. To investigate the effects of a carbapenem-restricted antimicrobial stewardship programme (ASP) on changes in the resistance profiles of infectious agents, the amount of antibiotics used, length of stay in the intensive care unit (ICU), mortality, and
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Hand hygiene compliance in nursing home wards: the effect of increased accessibility of alcohol-based hand rub J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-21 A-M. Iversen, M.B. Hansen, M. Münster, B. Kristensen, S. Ellermann-Eriksen
Elderly nursing home residents are vulnerable to infection from micro-organisms. Hand hygiene is considered one of the most important measures to prevent transmission. To determine the effect of increased accessibility to alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR) in nursing home wards by monitoring hand hygiene compliance (HHC) among healthcare workers (HCWs). An 11-month intervention study was conducted in a
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Impact of different hand-drying methods on surrounding environment: aerosolization of virus and bacteria, and transfer to surfaces J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-21 R.C. Hervé, C. Bryant, L. Sutton, C. Cox, M.S. Gião, C.W. Keevil, S.A. Wilks
In recent years, hand drying has been highlighted as a key step in appropriate hand hygiene, as moisture on hands can increase the transfer of micro-organisms from hands to surfaces and vice versa. To understand bacterial and viral aerosolization following hand drying, and study the transfer of micro-organisms from hands to surfaces after drying using different methods. Groups of five volunteers had
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From admission to infection: a time-period analysis of the pathogens in healthcare-associated infections J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-21 Y. Yakupogullari, D. Ceylan, B. Otlu
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Healthcare-associated carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae infections are associated with higher mortality compared to carbapenem-susceptible K. pneumoniae infections in the intensive care unit: a retrospective cohort study J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-19 Y. Yao, Z. Zha, L. Li, H. Tan, J. Pi, C. You, B. Liu
(KP) is an opportunistic pathogen causing severe pneumonia and sepsis. Carbapenem-resistant KP (CRKP) has become a major pathogen in many centres. To investigate the association between carbapenem resistance and the mortality rate, length of stay, and hospital cost in patients with infection. The retrospective cohort study was conducted in the intensive care units of a large teaching tertiary hospital
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Effectiveness of hand hygiene campaigns and interventions across the League of Arab States: a region-wide scoping review J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-16 B.H. Aboul-Enein, P.J. Kelly, S. Raddi, T. Keller, F. Almoayad
Hand hygiene is a standard public health practice for limiting the spread of infectious diseases, yet they are still not routine global health behaviours. This review aimed to examine the effectiveness of various hand hygiene interventions conducted across the League of Arab States, identify gaps in the existing literature, and propose areas for future research and intervention development. A scoping
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The impact of discontinuing single-room isolation of patients with vancomycin-resistant enterococci: a quasi-experimental single-centre study in South Korea J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-15 S. Park, S. Bae, E.O. Kim, E. Chang, M.J. Kim, Y.P. Chong, S-H. Choi, S-O. Lee, Y.S. Kim, J. Jung, S-H. Kim
There is limited data on the effects of discontinuing single-room isolation while maintaining contact precautions, such as the use of gowns and gloves. In April 2021, our hospital ceased single-room isolation for patients with vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) because of single-room unavailability. This study assessed the impact of this policy by examining the incidence of hospital-acquired VRE
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A predictive score for the result of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales and vancomycin-resistant enterococci screening J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 F. Stordeur, A-G. Si Larbi, K. Le Neindre, J. Ory, F. Faibis, C. Lawrence, F. Barbut, D. Lecointe, E. Farfour, the RéFraLHHa group, C. Andonian, F. Faure-Audebert, C. Ciotti, S. Nérome, P. Foucault-Picher, F. Grade, Marie de Fondaumière, C. Durand, Y. Costa, J.-W. Decousser, J. Robert, E. Kinziger, A. Migeon, L. Zon, S. Delattre, J. Couturier, P. Moënne-Locoz, H. Faury
The duration of extensively drug-resistant bacteria (XDR) carriage depends on several factors for which the information can be difficult to recover. To determine whether past screening and clinical results of patients can predict the results of subsequent screening. In total, 256 patients were retrospectively included from 10 healthcare centres in France from January 2014 to January 2022. We created
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Hospital-acquired bloodstream infections in patients with cancer: current knowledge and future directions J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 A. MacPhail, C. Dendle, M. Slavin, Z. McQuilten
Patients with cancer experience higher rates of preventable harm from hospital-acquired bloodstream infections (haBSIs) and central-line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) compared with the general hospital population. The prevention of haBSIs and CLABSIs in patients with cancer is an urgent priority, and requires standardized surveillance and reporting efforts.
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Virucidal activity of a plant-oil-based oral rinse against respiratory viruses J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-13 T.L. Meister, Y. Brüggemann, B. Becker, D. Paulmann, F.H.H. Brill, E. Steinmann
Respiratory viruses have been reported to infect the salivary glands and the throat, which are potential reservoirs for virus replication and transmission. Therefore, strategies to reduce the amount of infective virus particles in the oral mucous membranes could lower the risk of transmission. The viral inactivation capacity of a plant-oil-based oral rinse (Salviathymol®) was evaluated in comparison
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Predicting consequences of COVID-19 control measure de-escalation on nosocomial transmission and mortality: a modelling study in a French rehabilitation hospital J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 D.R.M. Smith, A. Duval, R. Grant, M. Abbas, S. Harbarth, L. Opatowski, L. Temime
Infection control measures are effective for nosocomial COVID-19 prevention but bear substantial health-economic costs, motivating their “de-escalation” in settings at low risk of SARS-CoV-2 transmission. Yet consequences of de-escalation are difficult to predict, particularly in light of novel variants and heterogeneous population immunity. To estimate how infection control measure de-escalation influences
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Costs and resource utilization patterns in surgical site infections: a pre-COVID-19 perspective from France, Germany, Spain, and the UK J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-11 J. Salmanton-García, C. Bruns, J. Rutz, M. Albertsmeier, J. Ankert, L. Bernard, C. Bataille, E. Couvé-Deacon, M. Fernández-Ferrer, J. Fortún, A. Galar, E. Grill, T. Guimard, A.Y. Classen, J.J. Vehreschild, J. Stemler, J-H. Naendrup, J. Hampl, B. Tallon, R. Sprute, J.P. Horcajada, J. Mollar-Maseres, P. Muñoz, M.W. Pletz, F. Serracino-Inglott, A. Soriano, T.O. Vilz, H. Seifert, O.A. Cornely, S.C. Mellinghoff
Surgical site infections (SSIs), mainly caused by , pose a significant economic burden in Europe, leading to increased hospitalization duration, mortality, and treatment costs, particularly with drug-resistant strains such as meticillin-resistant . To conduct a case–control study on the economic impact of SSI in adult surgical patients across high-volume centres in France, Germany, Spain, and the UK
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Overview of the second edition of the joint British Society of Gastroenterology and Healthcare Infection Society faecal microbiota transplant guidelines, 2024 J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-10 B.H. Mullish, A. Bak, B. Merrick, M.N. Quraishi, S.D. Goldenberg, H.R.T. Williams
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How long do nosocomial pathogens persist on inanimate surfaces? A scoping review J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-05 L. Porter, O. Sultan, B.G. Mitchell, A. Jenney, M. Kiernan, D.J. Brewster, P.L. Russo
Healthcare hygiene plays a crucial role in the prevention of healthcare-associated infections. Patients admitted to a room where the previous occupant had a multi-drug-resistant bacterial infection are at an increased risk of colonization and infection with the same organism. A 2006 systematic review by Kramer found that certain pathogens can survive for months on dry surfaces. The aim of this review
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Electronic hand hygiene monitoring tools for implementation of optimal hand sanitizing adherence in neonatal intensive care J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 C. Minotti, S. Aghlmandi, J.A. Bielicki
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Assessing the effects of transient weather conditions on airborne transmission risk in naturally ventilated hospitals J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 A.J. Edwards, M-F. King, M. López-García, D. Peckham, C.J. Noakes
Many UK hospitals rely heavily on natural ventilation as their main source of airflow in patient wards. This method of ventilation can have cost and energy benefits, but it may lead to unpredictable flow patterns between indoor spaces, potentially leading to the unexpected transport of infectious material to other connecting zones. However, the effects of weather conditions on airborne transmission
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Tailored care for cardiac health: risk stratification and gentamicin-infused collagen sponges to minimize cardiac device infections and healthcare costs J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 A. Matteucci, C. Pandozi, C. Pignalberi, C. Lavalle, M.V. Mariani, S.A. Di Fusco, F. Colivicchi
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A search strategy for detecting duodenoscope-associated infections: a retrospective observational study J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-04 K. van der Ploeg, C.H.W. Klaassen, M.C. Vos, J.A. Severin, B.C.G.C. Mason-Slingerland, M.J. Bruno
Duodenoscope-associated infections (DAIs) are exogenous infections resulting from the use of contaminated duodenoscopes. Though numerous outbreaks of DAI have involved multidrug-resistant micro-organisms (MDROs), outbreaks involving non-MDROs are also likely to occur. Detection challenges arise as these infections often resolve before culture or because causative strains are not retained for comparison
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blaKPC or blaNDM strain distribution over a hospital environment in south Brazil J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 E. de Oliveira Pinto, B. Rodrigues dos Santos, R.S. Moreira, K.A. Bär, G. Fernandes de Brum, B.S. Vizzotto
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Evaluation of infection prevention and control programmes according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization in Spain 2012–2022: indicators of core component 1 J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 L.M. Parra, M. Cantero, R.M. Ortí-Lucas, I. Salcedo-Leal, Á. Asensio, EPINE study Group
Key and core components of effective infection prevention and control programmes (IPCPs) issued by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) have been described. WHO core component 1 relates to the structure, organization and management of IPCPs. The objective of this study was to assess the status and the time trends of some indicators of
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Advancing outbreak simulation training: a collaborative pilot study for dual-specialty medical trainees and infection prevention and control professionals J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 A. King, S. Cairns, L. Shepherd, J. Barrett, T. Inkster
In response to identified gaps in infection prevention and control (IPC) training within Scotland, a Short Life Working Group initiated an innovative outbreak simulation training programme. To enhance the knowledge and confidence of medical microbiology and infectious diseases trainees and IPC professionals in managing healthcare-associated infection (HAI) outbreaks, employing the National Infection
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Management of newborns and healthcare workers exposed to isoniazid-resistant congenital tuberculosis in the neonatal intensive care unit J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-03-01 S. Lee, G. Kim, G-M. Park, J. Jeong, E. Jung, B.S. Lee, E. Jo, S. Lee, H. Yoon, K-W. Jo, S-H. Kim, J. Lee
Management of newborns and healthcare workers (HCWs) exposed to congenital tuberculosis (TB) in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) has been reported rarely. To outline a contact investigation process for individuals exposed to congenital TB in the NICU and investigate nosocomial transmission. Additionally, to assess the efficacy and safety of window prophylaxis in exposed newborns. A baby, born
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Development of an infection prevention and control pathway to facilitate high-throughput cataract surgery in Scotland J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-28 H. Wallace, D. Stark, P. Weaving, T. Inkster
Cataract surgery offers significant improvement to quality of life for patients with cataracts. However, there are growing waiting lists and challenges in providing this type of surgery in a timely manner. Feedback from stakeholders had previously indicated infection prevention and control (IPC) as a potential barrier to high-throughput surgery. Antimicrobial Resistance and Healthcare Associated Infection
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Not only COVID-19: a systematic review of anti-COVID-19 measures and their effect on healthcare-associated infections J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 F. Ciccacci, C. De Santo, C. Mosconi, S. Orlando, M. Carestia, L. Guarente, G. Liotta, L. Palombi, L. Emberti Gialloreti
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) burden healthcare globally. Amid the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, intensified infection control measures, such as mask usage and hand hygiene, were implemented. To assess the efficacy of these measures in preventing HAIs among hospitalized patients. Using the PICO framework (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome), the study focused on hospitalized patients and
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What is the effect of reducing the air change rate on the ventilation effectiveness in ultra-clean operating rooms? J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 J.L.A. Lans, N.M.C. Mathijssen, A. Bode, J.J. van den Dobbelsteen, M. van der Elst, P.G. Luscuere
The operating room (OR) department is one of the most energy-intensive departments of a hospital. The majority of ORs in the Netherlands have an air-handling installation with an ultra-clean ventilation system. However, not all surgeries require an ultra-clean OR. To determine the effect of reducing the air change rate on the ventilation effectiveness in ultra-clean ORs. Lower air volume ventilation
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How and why do healthcare workers use gloves in two Norwegian nursing homes? J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 P.C. Kristiansen, S. Bastien, J. Debesay, M. Fagernes
Incorrect glove use can cause cross-contamination and healthcare-associated infections. Previous research has identified reasons for this, such as lack of indication, improper changing, and poor hand hygiene post use. Limited research has investigated the reasons behind healthcare workers' glove usage. To develop an in-depth understanding of healthcare worker (HCW) attitudes and perceptions of glove
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Barriers and facilitators for the implementation and expansion of outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy: a systematic review J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 S.A. Mohammed, M.O. Cotta, G.M. Assefa, D. Erku, F. Sime
Outpatient parenteral antimicrobial therapy (OPAT) has been expanding in recent years and serves as a viable solution in reducing the shortage of hospital beds. However, the wider implementation of OPAT faces numerous challenges. This review aimed to assess implementation barriers and facilitators of OPAT services. Studies describing barriers and facilitators of the OPAT service were retrieved from
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Impact of infection prevention and control practices, including personal protective equipment, on the prevalence of hospital-acquired infections in acute care hospitals during COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-27 J.K. Teus, L. Mithen, H. Green, A. Hutton, R. Fernandez
The COVID-19 pandemic has posed an unprecedented challenge to healthcare systems globally. Personal protective equipment has played a fundamental role in protecting healthcare workers and patients, but its effectiveness in reducing hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) during the pandemic remains a subject of debate. To conduct a synthesis and meta-analysis of the best available evidence of the prevalence
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Another factor with an adverse effect on hand hygiene compliance J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-24 H. Hagiya, Y. Fujita, T. Kiguchi, T. Higashionna
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High-consequence infectious diseases: the conception and development of a multi-disciplinary, interprofessional simulation training programme J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 L. Sowole, R. Kainth, C. Tuudah, A. Delmonte Sen, N. Price, G. O'Hara
High-consequence infectious diseases (HCIDs) represent a group of acute infectious diseases with the potential to impact healthcare systems and public health profoundly. Effective management requires a system-based strategy focused on early detection, initiation of infection prevention and control measures, and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Inadequate training in the safe
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Achromobacter species (sp.) outbreak caused by hospital equipment containing contaminated water: risk factors for infection J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-23 J. Tian, T. Zhao, R. Tu, B. Zhang, Y. Huang, Z. Shen, Y. Wang, G. Du
Nosocomial outbreaks of urinary tract infections caused by spp. have been rare in recent decades. To identify the origin of an sp. outbreak, conduct multi-modal infection control measures, and finally to stop the outbreak. To this end, an epidemiological outbreak investigation and risk factor analysis were performed. sp. was detected in 22 patients in our urology wards and six environmental cultures
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How reliable are test results from 17 laboratories on the basis of EN 1500 for a hand rub based on 80% (w/w)? J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-17 M. Suchomel, G. Kampf, J. Gebel, F. Droop, B. Christiansen, K-M. Roesch
A ring trial organized by the Association of Applied Hygiene (VAH) on the bactericidal efficacy of an ethanol-based hand rub was carried out in 17 laboratories according to EN 1500 with the aim of describing the variability of test results and fulfilment of the methodological acceptance criteria. As a test product, a hand rub based on 80% ethanol (w/w) was tested in comparison with the reference alcohol
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Epidemiology and prevention of surgical site infection in Japan J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 K. Morikane
Healthcare-associated infection control practices in Japan were not commonly acknowledged until mid-1980s, when an academic society focusing on infection control was founded and large academic hospitals began to establish infection control departments. In the late 1990s, the society established a nationwide surveillance system mainly focusing on surgical site infection (SSI). Coincidentally, the guideline
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Comparison of clinical outcomes of patients with serial negative surveillance cultures according to a subsequent polymerase chain reaction test for carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-16 H. Seo, S. Kim, Y.W. Lee, H.S. Oh, H-S. Kim, Y.K. Kim
Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales (CPE) are of serious concern worldwide due to high morbidity and mortality. To evaluate the impact of the result of a subsequent polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test for carbapenemase after serial negative surveillance cultures on positive culture conversion in patients with three consecutive negative surveillance cultures for CPE, and to identify risk factors
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Dynamics of blaOXA-23 gene transmission in Acinetobacter spp. from contaminated veterinary environmental surfaces: an emerging One Health threat? J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-14 J. Moreira da Silva, J. Menezes, L. Fernandes, C. Marques, S.S. Costa, D. Timofte, A. Amaral, C. Pomba
Carbapenem-resistant is a common pathogen associated with healthcare-acquired infections, and robust infection prevention and control protocols exist in human healthcare settings. In contrast, infection prevention and control (IPC) standards are limited in veterinary medicine, necessitating further investigation. Examine the possible transmission of carbapenem-resistant spp. in a veterinary practice
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Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium: impact of ending screening and isolation in a Danish University hospital J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 S.G.K. Hansen, K. Klein, A. Nymark, L. Andersen, K.O. Gradel, J. Lis-Toender, C. Oestergaard, M. Chen, R. Datcu, M.N. Skov, A. Holm, F.S. Rosenvinge
Substantial resources are used in hospitals worldwide to counteract the ever-increasing incidence of vancomycin-resistant and vancomycin-variable (VREfm and VVEfm), but it is important to balance patient safety, infection prevention, and hospital costs. To investigate the impact of ending VREfm/VVEfm screening and isolation at Odense University Hospital (OUH), Denmark, on patient and clinical characteristics
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Hospital-based antimicrobial stewardship in Denmark, Greenland and the Faroe Islands – current landscape and barriers J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-13 C. Kraef, K. Öbrink-Hansen, M. Hertz, T.L. Hagen, S. Deutch, J.G. Holler, B.R. Olesen, M. Holm, S. Gaini, A. Koch, T. Benfield, F.S. Rosenvinge, I.S. Johansen
To describe the current organization and implementation of formalized, multi-disciplinary hospital-based antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) structures in Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland. A structured electronic questionnaire was sent to all trainees and specialists in clinical microbiology (=207) and infectious diseases (=260), as well as clinical pharmacists (=20) and paediatricians (=10) with
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Hospital-wide healthcare-associated carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales outbreak: risks of electric floor scrubbers in catering facilities and kitchens J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-08 A. Benbow, M. Clarke, C. Yates, R. Montgomery, K. Staniforth, T. Boswell, K. Prescott, N. Mahida
Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales (CPE) are associated with poor clinical outcomes and can spread rapidly in healthcare settings. Environmental reservoirs are increasingly recognized as playing an important part in some nosocomial outbreaks. To describe the investigation and control of a CPE outbreak, lasting several years, across two separate hospital sites within one organization. Investigation
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Current practices in neonatal umbilical venous catheters: inquiring about the 48-hour dwell time and advocating for evidence-based care J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-08 F. Miselli, L. Casadei, L. Lugli, L. Bedetti, L. Corso, M. Buttera, A. Berardi
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Contamination of hospital drains and toilets by carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales: a prevalence study apart from any outbreak context J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-03 C. Durand, S. Jolivet, K. Le Neindre, J. Couturier, C. Lazare, T. Montagne, G. Nou, C. Leplay, F. Barbut
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Patient perspectives on infection prevention and control in cancer care: a survey of knowledge and attitudes among persons with cancer and their next of kin J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-02 A.S. Danielsen, N.J. Nygaard, A.W. Børseth, J.V. Nilsen, H. Øvreness, R. Raastad, M.A. Borg, O. Kacelnik, J.V. Bjørnholt
With the growing prevalence of antimicrobial resistance, there may be a need to strengthen infection prevention and control (IPC) measures in cancer care. When developing clinical guidelines, it is important to incorporate patient perspectives. To determine the knowledge of, and attitudes towards, IPC among persons with cancer and their next of kin in Norway. Through discussions in expert panels and
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Reduction of blood culture contamination rates through simplified personal protective equipment in COVID-19 patient care setting J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-02 Jae Hyeon Park, Taek Soo Kim, Hyeon Jae Jo, Chan Mi Lee, Mimi Lee, Chang Kyung Kang, Pyoeng Gyun Choe, Wan Beom Park, Nam Joong Kim
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Sex differences in surgical site infections following coronary artery bypass grafting: a retrospective observational study J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 M. Boyle, R. Vaja, M. Rochon, S. Luhana, M. Gopalaswamy, S. Bhudia, S. Raja, M. Petrou, C. Quarto
Surgical site infection (SSI) following cardiac surgery poses a significant challenge for healthcare providers. Despite advances in surgical techniques and infection control measures, SSI remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, in addition to being a significant economic burden on healthcare services. Current literature suggests there is a reproducible difference in the incidence of SSI
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Prevalence and factors associated with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus colonization on admission to geriatric care units: impact on screening practices J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 A. Bruyneel, I. Miesse, D. Mathieu, C. Djuidjé Yuemo, A. Simon
Universal screening for methicillin-resistant (MRSA) entails additional costs, and there is no consensus for targeted screening for high-risk units. The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence of MRSA in geriatric care units, and to identify the factors associated with MRSA colonization on admission. This retrospective case–control study (1:1) in the geriatric care unit of six Belgian hospitals
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Establishing semi-automated infection surveillance in obstetrics and gynaecology J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-02-01 H. Hill, I. Wagenhäuser, P. Schuller, J. Diessner, M. Eisenmann, S. Kampmeier, U. Vogel, A. Wöckel, M. Krone
Surveillance is an acknowledged method to decrease nosocomial infections, such as surgical site infections (SSIs). Electronic healthcare records create the opportunity for automated surveillance. While approaches for different types of surgeries and indicators already exist, there are very few for obstetrics and gynaecology. To analyse the sensitivity and workload reduction of semi-automated surveillance
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Efficacy of preventive interventions against ventilator-associated pneumonia in critically ill patients: An umbrella review of meta-analyses J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-01-29 Dongwei Zhu, Qi Zhao, Shenhao Guo, Le Bai, Shuang Yang, Yisheng Zhao, Yong Xu, Xianmei Zhou
Background Many meta-analyses have assessed the efficacy of preventive interventions against ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) in critically ill patients. However, there has been no comprehensive analysis of the strength and quality of evidence to date. Methods Systematic reviews of randomized and quasi-randomized controlled trials, which evaluated the effect of preventive strategies on the incidence
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Whole Genome Sequencing reveals two prolonged simultaneous outbreaks involving Pseudomonas aeruginosa high-risk strains ST111 and ST235 with resistance to quaternary ammonium compounds J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-01-28 Anca Rath, Bärbel Kieninger, Jürgen Fritsch, Aila Caplunik-Pratsch, Stefan Blaas, Monika Ochmann, Michael Pfeifer, Jiri Hartl, Thomas Holzmann, Wulf Schneider-Brachert
Objective Water-bearing systems are known as frequent Pseudomonas aeruginosa (PA) outbreak sources. Still, many older buildings have sanitary facilities in high-risk departments like the ICU. We present two simultaneous prolonged multidrug-resistant (MDR) PA outbreaks detected at the ICU of a pulmonology hospital, which were resolved by whole-genome sequencing (WGS). Methods Outbreak management and
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Emergence and dissemination of epidemic-causing OXA-244 carbapenemase-producing Escherichia coli ST38 through hospital sewage in Norway, 2020-2022 J. Hosp. Infect. (IF 6.9) Pub Date : 2024-01-28 Didrik H. Grevskott, Vera Radisic, Francisco Salvà-Serra, Edward R.B. Moore, Kristine S. Akervold, Manish P. Victor, Nachiket P. Marathe
Background Population-based sewage surveillance has emerged as a promising approach for studying the prevalence of antibiotic resistance in pathogens. Aim To determine the temporal prevalence of cefotaxime-resistant E. coli in sewage from five sewage treatment plants located in Bergen city, to determine whether ESBL- and carbapenemase-producing E. coli are consistently disseminated in the receiving