Colistin and polymyxin B for treatment of nosocomial infections in intensive care unit patients: pharmacoeconomic analysis
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DOI: 10.1007/s11096-018-0766-x
Abstract: Background The emergence and rapid spread of multidrug-resistant gram-negative bacteria related to nosocomial infections is a growing worldwide problem, and polymyxins have become important due to the lack of new antibiotics. Objectives To evaluate the… read more here.
Keywords: nosocomial infections; treatment; intensive care; polymyxin ... See more keywords
The Effect of Single-Room Care Versus Open-Bay Care on the Incidence of Bacterial Nosocomial Infections in Pre-Term Neonates: A Retrospective Cohort Study
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DOI: 10.1007/s40121-020-00380-9
Abstract: Introduction Nosocomial infections (NIs) are a major source of iatrogenic harm in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). The influence of the infrastructure of NICUs on NIs is not well documented. This study aims to examine… read more here.
Keywords: incidence; nosocomial infections; study; single room ... See more keywords
Ebola virus disease nosocomial infections in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: a descriptive study of cases during the 2018–2020 outbreak
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2021.11.039
Abstract: Highlights • Health workers were among those most affected by nosocomial Ebola virus disease (EVD) in this outbreak.• Children had a higher case fatality rate compared with other patients with nosocomial EVD.• Referral health facilities… read more here.
Keywords: disease nosocomial; virus disease; nosocomial infections; ebola virus ... See more keywords
NGS plus bacterial culture: A more accurate method for diagnosing forensic-related nosocomial infections.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.legalmed.2021.101910
Abstract: Traditional autopsy and microscopic examination of pathological sections are the "gold standard" for the cause of death diagnosis. However, in some special cases, such as the deaths caused by bacterial infections, pathological sections are not… read more here.
Keywords: medicine; death; bacterial culture; method ... See more keywords
Oral health and the presence of infectious microorganisms in hospitalized patients: a preliminary observational study
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DOI: 10.1080/07853890.2022.2092895
Abstract: Abstract Objective Characterise oral health, and the presence in the oral cavity of pathogenic non-oral microorganisms potentially associated with nosocomial infections and antimicrobial resistance in non-intubated patients admitted to a Brazilian university hospital. Materials and… read more here.
Keywords: health; oral health; nosocomial infections; health presence ... See more keywords
Enteropathogenetic nosocomial infections: predisposing clinical characteristics and risk of recurrent infections
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DOI: 10.1080/1120009x.2019.1669275
Abstract: Nosocomial infections caused by Clostridium difficile, CP-Kp, ESBL-E or Candida spp. are usually associated with a high mortality rate. In this retrospective study, we evaluated the association between the patient characteristics and the risk of… read more here.
Keywords: enteropathogenetic nosocomial; bsi; recurrent infections; incidence recurrent ... See more keywords
Rapid metagenomics for diagnosis of bloodstream and respiratory tract nosocomial infections: current status and future prospects
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DOI: 10.1080/14737159.2021.1906652
Abstract: ABSTRACT Introduction: Nosocomial infections represent a major problem for the health-care systems worldwide. Currently, diagnosis relies on microbiological culture, which is slow and has poor sensitivity. While waiting for a diagnosis, patients are treated with… read more here.
Keywords: respiratory tract; diagnosis; rapid metagenomics; bloodstream ... See more keywords
Development of a nomogram for predicting nosocomial infections among patients after cardiac valve replacement surgery.
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DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16489
Abstract: AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To construct a predictive nomogram of the risk of nosocomial infections among patients after cardiac valve replacement surgery. BACKGROUND Nosocomial infections are a standout challenge that worsens the prognosis of patients after… read more here.
Keywords: cardiac valve; surgery; valve replacement; nosocomial infections ... See more keywords
Evaluation of the Effect of Comprehensive and Targeted Surveillance on Nosocomial Infections in Nephrology Patients
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/1546150
Abstract: The article summarizes the control strategy by discussing the risk factors of nosocomial infections in the nephrology department. A survey of hospitalized patients from January 2020 to December 2020 showed that there are six types… read more here.
Keywords: effect; infection; nephrology; infections nephrology ... See more keywords
Prevention and Control of Nosocomial Infections among Hospital Logistic Staff During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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DOI: 10.1155/2022/5020154
Abstract: Hospital logistics staff comprise a crucial, albeit easily overlooked, group in the prevention and control of hospital nosocomial infections, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. From the perspective of hospital safety improvement, this paper describes the… read more here.
Keywords: prevention control; nosocomial infections; staff; covid pandemic ... See more keywords
Prevalence of nosocomial infections in Iran: A systematic review and meta-analysis
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DOI: 10.14196/mjiri.32.48
Abstract: Background: Nosocomial infections represent a serious public health concern worldwide, and, especially, in developing countries where, due to financial constraints, it is difficult to control infections. This study aimed to review and assess the prevalence… read more here.
Keywords: infections iran; analysis; prevalence nosocomial; prevalence ... See more keywords