Article
Genetic relatedness of Staphylococcus epidermidis from infected infants and staff in the neonatal intensive care unit.
American journal of infection control - 1 Aug 2005
Milisavljevic Vladana, Wu Fann, Cimmotti Jeannie, Haas Janet, Della-Latta Phyllis, Larson Elaine, Saiman Lisa
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The genetic relatedness of Staphylococcus epidermidis associated with infections in infants and cultured from the hands of nurses was assessed. METHODS: From March 2001 to January 2002, infections caused by S. epidermidis were prospectively monitored. Participating nurses had hand cultures performed quarterly following hand hygiene. Pulsed-field gel electrophoresis was performed to determine genetic...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
