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Hygienic Hand Disinfection

Kampf G; Löffler H; Gastmeier P.
Hand hygiene for the prevention of nosocomial infection
Dtsch Arztebl Int 2009; 106(49):649-55

In consideration of scientific literature as well as national and international recommendations the authors of the new overview study show that improved compliance and the targeted use of hand disinfectants can reduce the current rate of nosocomial infection by 40 percent. Recommendations on the targeted use of hand disinfectants, protective gloves and concrete suggestions on improving compliance make clear how the transmission of pathogens acquired in hospital can be prevented in consequence of evidence-based hand hygiene. In addition, the authors show how healthcare personnel can maintain their skin health through effective skin protection and skincare measures.

A reprint of this study can be requested from Anja Deecke.
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