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Medical College of Virginia Hospitals 125 Years of health care 1861 - 1986 [PDF]

, 1986
The Medical College of Virginia (MCV) grew in size and reputation in the latter half of the twentieth century, amid a time of technological advancements in the medical field and the rise of teaching hospitals.
McGuire, Hunter H.
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Electrolyzed saline as an alternative to chlorhexidine: Antimicrobial and biofilm volume outcomes in a 4‐day non‐brushing randomized controlled clinical trial

Journal of Periodontology, EarlyView.
Abstract Background The biofilm‐inhibitory effects of electrolyzed saline (EOS) vary widely due to differences in formulations and treatment methods. This study analyzed the impact of EOS on key oral microbial species and used serial 3D‐intraoral scans to evaluate its effects on de novo biofilm formation.
Katja Povšič, Haris Munjaković, Naiera Zayed, Wim Teughels, Katja Seme, Aleš Fidler, Rok Gašperšič   +6 more
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Susceptibility of livestock-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (LA-MRSA) to chlorhexidine digluconate, octenidine dihydrochloride, polyhexanide, PVP-iodine and triclosan in comparison to hospital-acquired MRSA (HA-MRSA) and community-aquired MRSA (CA-MRSA): a standardized comparison

Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control, 2019
Background Recent publications have raised concerns of reduced susceptibilities of clinical bacterial isolates towards biocides. This study presents a comparative investigation of the susceptibility of livestock-associated Methicillin-resistant ...
Kathleen Dittmann, Thomas Schmidt, Gerald Müller, Christiane Cuny, Silva Holtfreter, Daniel Troitzsch, Peter Pfaff, Nils-Olaf Hübner   +7 more
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Dynamics of Bacterial Hand Contamination During Routine Neonatal Care [PDF]

, 2017
Objective: To evaluate the dynamics of bacterial contamination of healthcare workers' (HCWs) hands during neonatal care. Setting: The 20-bed neonatal unit of a large acute care teaching hospital in Geneva, Switzerland.
Dharan, Sasi, Hugonnet, Stéphane, Pessoa-Silva, Carmem Lúcia, Pfister, Riccardo, Pittet, Didier, Posfay-Barbe, Klara, Touveneau, Sylvie   +6 more
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The future of periodontology: Emerging technologies and conceptual shifts

Journal of Periodontology, EarlyView.
Abstract Periodontology is entering a transformative era driven by advances in diagnostics, therapeutics, and digital integration. Emerging technologies and conceptual shifts are currently reshaping the specialty, with a focus on predictive, preventive, and personalized care.
Michael S. Reddy
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An educational intervention to increase CLABSI bundle compliance in the ICU [PDF]

, 2014
Title: An Educational Intervention to Increase CLABSI Bundle Compliance in the ICU Context: “Forty-eight percent of patients in intensive care units (ICU) require central line placement for administration of fluids and medications†(How-to Guide ...
Holden, Shelby Lane
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Modelling environmental contamination in hospital single and four-bed rooms [PDF]

, 2014
Aerial dispersion of pathogens is recognised as a potential transmission route for hospital acquired infections, however little is known about the link between health care worker (HCW) contacts’ with contaminated surfaces, the transmission of infections ...
Allen, ANSYS, Beamer, Bhalla, Bhalla, Bogusz, Boks, Brouwer, Chaudhury, Dancer, Dancer, Department of Health, Department of Health Estates and Facilities Division, Duckro, Escombe, Gilkeson, Girou, Han, Harbarth, Hathway, Hayden, King, Montville, Montville, Mulvey, Nossent, Otter, Otter, Pessoa-Silva, Pittet, Pittet, Qian, Roache, Roberts, Rusin, Sax, Sherertz, Shih, Sickbert-Bennett, Smith, Tian, Ulrich, Wong, Xie, Xue, Yang, Zartarian, Zhang   +47 more
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Betaine‐, xylitol‐, and extra virgin olive oil–based toothpaste modulates inflammation and oral nitric oxide pathway: Clinical trial in gingivitis

Journal of Periodontology, EarlyView.
Abstract Background Gingivitis is a prevalent and reversible inflammatory condition driven by microbial dysbiosis. Beyond plaque control, interest has grown in oral hygiene formulations capable of modulating inflammation while preserving key microbial functions. Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), together with xylitol and betaine, has demonstrated clinical
Francisco Mesa, Alejandro Rodríguez‐Agurto, Marco Bonilla, Debora Rodríguez‐Vilaboa, Beatriz Rodríguez‐Vilaboa, Manuel Bravo   +5 more
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Evaluating Dental Students’ Knowledge and Attitudes Toward Antisepsis and Infection Control: An Educational Intervention Study at a Public University Dental Department

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Background: Infection control is fundamental in dental practice, especially following the COVID-19 pandemic, which highlighted the variability in students’ adherence to disinfection protocols.
Maria Antoniadou, Sofia Sokratous, Evangelos Dimitriou, Ioannis Tzoutzas   +3 more
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Emil Theodor Kocher, M.D., and his Nobel Prize (1841-1917). [PDF]

, 2012
Major contributions to the advancement of surgery occurred at the turn of the 20th century. Theodor Billroth was in the midst of revolutionizing abdominal surgery, whereas Louis Pasteur and Joseph Lister were making landmark strides in antisepsis ...
Cowan, MD, Scott W., Fong, B.S., Zhi Ven, Lavu, MD, Harish, Rosato, MD, Ernest L., Yeo, MD, Charles J.   +4 more
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