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[Evidence-based infection control methods using spa genotyping for MRSA spread in hospitals].
Deutsche medizinische Wochenschrift (1946) - 3 Jun 2005
Mellmann A, Friedrich A W, Kipp F, Hinder F, Keckevoet U, Harmsen D
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: Isolation of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) often implies rigorous infection control measures. The use of rapid and accurate typing is required to monitor their spread. Prompt identification of epidemic MRSA is crucial to control an outbreak, in order to avoid unnecessary interventions in patients and staff. In this study we evaluated protein A ( spa) gene repeat...
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