Engaging veterans in identifying key elements of environmental cleaning and disinfection for preventing healthcare-associated infections: A qualitative study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2021.10.012
Abstract: BACKGROUND Environmental cleaning and disinfection are important for preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) via contaminated surfaces. Hospital cleanliness plays a large role in patient perception and satisfaction regarding their healthcare. However, patient perceptions of environmental cleaning… read more here.
Keywords: study; cleaning disinfection; environmental cleaning; healthcare ... See more keywords
Microbiological monitoring of medical devices after cleaning, disinfection and sterilisation.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eimc.2017.09.012
Abstract: The use of reusable semi-critical devices has been extended in current medical practice for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. However, reuse of these instruments carries the risk of cross-transmission of microorganisms from one patient to… read more here.
Keywords: monitoring medical; cleaning disinfection; devices cleaning; disinfection sterilisation ... See more keywords
An Overview of Cleaning Agents' Health Hazards and Occupational Injuries and Diseases Attributed to Them in Sweden.
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DOI: 10.1093/annweh/wxac006
Abstract: Using data from the Swedish Products Register, hosted by the Swedish Chemicals Agency (KemI), national occupational injury and disease statistics, and call records from the Swedish Poisons Information Centre (PIC) we characterize health hazards of… read more here.
Keywords: health; health hazards; cleaning disinfection; disinfection agents ... See more keywords
Apical negative pressure irrigation versus syringe irrigation: a systematic review of cleaning and disinfection of the root canal system
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DOI: 10.1111/iej.12725
Abstract: The aim of this study was to systematically review and critically analyse the published data on the treatment outcome (primary outcome) and on the cleaning and disinfection of root canals (secondary outcomes) achieved by negative… read more here.
Keywords: pressure irrigation; irrigation; cleaning disinfection; negative pressure ... See more keywords
Microbial risks in food franchise: A step forward in establishing ideal cleaning and disinfection practices in SSOPs
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DOI: 10.1111/jfs.12606
Abstract: Microbial contamination in coffee specialty franchises using uniform processing procedures in Korea was examined. Cleaning or disinfection practices for sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs) are proposed. For each processing step, food materials and associated processing… read more here.
Keywords: cleaning disinfection; food; disinfection practices; utensils machinery ... See more keywords
Evaluation of an enhanced cleaning and disinfection protocol in Salmonella contaminated pig holdings in the United Kingdom
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0178897
Abstract: Salmonella is the second most commonly reported zoonotic gastrointestinal pathogen in the European Union, and a significant proportion of the cases are linked to the consumption of contaminated pork. Reduction of Salmonella at the farm… read more here.
Keywords: intervention; pig; salmonella; cleaning disinfection ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of clinical surface cleaning and disinfection: evaluation methods.
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DOI: 10.1590/0034-7167-2018-0623
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To discuss the methods employed to evaluate the effectiveness of clinical surface cleaning and disinfection (C&D). METHOD This is a theoretical reflection based on scientific studies and the experience of the authors. Knowledge and… read more here.
Keywords: effectiveness clinical; surface cleaning; cleaning disinfection; clinical surface ... See more keywords
Investigation into the current status of cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of da Vinci surgical instruments—a cross-sectional survey
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DOI: 10.21037/gs-23-111
Abstract: Background In recent years, the use of robotic-assisted surgery has developed rapidly in China and is now widely used in many clinical fields. However, da Vinci robotic surgical instruments are more precise, expensive, and complex… read more here.
Keywords: cleaning disinfection; cleaning; survey; surgical instruments ... See more keywords
Cleaning and disinfection programs against Campylobacter jejuni for broiler chickens: productive performance, microbiological assessment and characterization1
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DOI: 10.3382/ps/pex153
Abstract: ABSTRACT Detailed cleaning and disinfection programs aims to reduce infection pressure from microorganisms from one flock to the next. However, studies evaluating the benefits to poultry performance, the sanitary status of the facilities, and the… read more here.
Keywords: campylobacter jejuni; disinfection programs; cleaning disinfection; campylobacter ... See more keywords
Cleaning and Disinfection Protocols for Clear Orthodontic Aligners: A Systematic Review
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DOI: 10.3390/healthcare10020340
Abstract: (1) Background: Clear orthodontic aligners support the development of oral biofilms, which could lead to interferences with the oral microbiota already existing and the deterioration of oral health, with the development of dental caries, periodontal… read more here.
Keywords: cleaning disinfection; disinfection; review; orthodontic aligners ... See more keywords
Implementation of an Environmental Cleaning Protocol in Hospital Critical Areas Using a UV-C Disinfection Robot
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DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20054284
Abstract: Improving the cleaning and disinfection of high-touch surfaces is one of the core components of reducing healthcare-associated infections. The effectiveness of an enhanced protocol applying UV-C irradiation for terminal room disinfection between two successive patients… read more here.
Keywords: cleaning disinfection; disinfection; implementation environmental; sampling sites ... See more keywords