Author:
Ngu Andrew,McNally Glenn,Patel Dipika,Gorgis Vivian,Leroy Sandrine,Burdach Jon
Abstract
Intracavity ultrasound transducer handles are not routinely immersed in liquid high-level disinfectants. We show that residual bacteria, including pathogens, persist on more than 80% of handles that are not disinfected, whereas use of an automated device reduces contamination to background levels. Clinical staff should consider the need for handle disinfection.Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2015;00(0): 1–4
Publisher
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Subject
Infectious Diseases,Microbiology (medical),Epidemiology
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