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Point prevalence survey of antibiotic use in 26 Saudi hospitals in 2016

Journal of Infection and Public Health, 2019
Objective: To evaluate the antibiotic prescribing trends, qualitatively and quantitatively, among Saudi Ministry of Health (MOH) hospitals. Method and materials: In May 2016, information about the hospitals and patients was collected for all inpatients ...
Maher Al Matar, Mushira Enani, Ghada Binsaleh, Hala Roushdy, Deema Alokaili, Amira Al Bannai, Yasser Khidir, Hail Al-Abdely   +7 more
doaj   +1 more source

A single‐center comparative analysis of outpatients with and without COVID‐19 in Sapporo, Japan

Journal of General and Family Medicine, 2022
This study aimed to investigate the demographic, clinical, and epidemiological statistics of Japanese patients attending a designated outpatient clinic for COVID‐19 in Sapporo, Japan, and contrast the clinical and epidemiological features between those ...
Yoshinosuke Shimamura, Kaihei Masuda, Yoshiyasu Anbo, Fumiko Sugaya, Yasushi Furuta   +4 more
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Tenosynovitis caused by Mycobacterium marseillense, initially identified as Mycobacterium avium complex using AccuProbe and COBAS TaqMan

BMC Infectious Diseases, 2021
Background Mycobacterium marseillense is a new species of the Mycobacterium avium complex. There has been only a few human infections caused by M. marseillense worldwide. Case presentation We report a case of tenosynovitis caused by M. marseillense in an
Yusuke Nomura, Koh Okamoto, Yuki Ohama, Yoshimi Higurashi, Sohei Harada, Kyoji Moriya   +5 more
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A fatal case of repeated ventricular fibrillation due to torsade de pointes following repeated administration of metoclopramide

Clinical Case Reports, 2022
Although metoclopramide has many adverse effects, torsade de pointes (TdP) is rare. We describe a fatal case of repeated ventricular fibrillation due to TdP following repeated administration of metoclopramide.
Yusuke Watanabe, Itaru Nakamura, Yasuyuki Takebayashi, Hidehiro Watanabe   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Infection prevention and control program assessment tools: A comparative study

, 2022
Background: Infection prevention and control program (IPCP) assessment tools help to identify the improvement needs. This study aimed to identify fit-for-purpose of 3 IPCP assessment tools.
Abraao, LM, Nogueira-Junior, C, Orlandi, GM, Zimmerman, PA, Clara Padoveze, M   +4 more
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Acceptability of an alcohol-based handrub gel with superfatting agents among healthcare workers: a randomized crossover controlled study

Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control, 2022
Introduction Healthcare workers often experience skin dryness and irritation from performing hand hygiene frequently. Low acceptability and tolerability of a formulation are barriers to hand hygiene compliance, though little research has been conducted ...
Alexandra Peters, Jennifer Carry, Charlotte Cave, Julien Sauser, Didier Pittet   +4 more
doaj   +1 more source

Early Body Mass Index z‐Score Change and Resolution of Severe Malnutrition in Children With Sickle Cell Anemia in a Low‐Income Setting: A Prospective Single‐Arm Extension Study

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) in low‐income settings are at risk of severe malnutrition, but optimal nutritional management has not been established. We evaluated an intensified ready‐to‐use therapeutic food (RUTF) regimen in children with persistent severe malnutrition after initial treatment and assessed whether early ...
Safiya Gambo, Shehu Umar Abdullahi, Hassan Adam Murtala, Halima Kabir, Khadija A. Shamsu, Sari A. Acra, Virginia A. Stallings, Mark Rodeghier, Michael R. DeBaun, Lauren J. Klein   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

A scoping review of published reports of the infection prevention and control assessment framework: a comparison to the findings of the global report on infection prevention and control [PDF]

Background: The World Health Organization (WHO) published the Global Report on Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) in 2022, highlighting both achievements and areas for improvement in IPC practices globally.
Zimmerman, Peta-Anne, Mason, Matt
core   +1 more source

Therapeutic Apheresis in Nigeria: A Multi‐Center Summary of Abstracts From the Inaugural Nigerian Society for Apheresis Scientific Meeting

Therapeutic Apheresis and Dialysis, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Therapeutic apheresis (TA) is an established treatment modality for hematologic, neurologic, and immunologic disorders, yet access remains severely limited in sub‐Saharan Africa. Donor apheresis, including platelet apheresis collection from healthy donors, represents an important complementary modality supporting blood product ...
Nosa Bazuaye, Chimezie Okwuonu, Evelyn Idam, Folasade Adelekan‐Popoola, Shakirat Gold‐Olufadi, Olufunto Olufela Kalejaiye, Abdullateef Ogala, Zinnah Aloziem, Blossom Amamchukwu, Patience Elimia, Mkpoikanabasi Obot‐Obot, Henry Mbakwe, Praises Maduagwuna, Olatunji Akinrodoye, Chiamaka Anyanwu, Benjamin Anyanwu, Adedamola Akinsiku, Oluwatoyin A. Akinsiku, Muzamil O. Hassan, Fatiu A. Arogundade, Olalekan E. Ojo, Homayemem Weli, Jesupelumi Adenihun, Aderemi Adelaja, Ebun Bamgboye, Olalekan Olatise, Ade E. Faponle, Ayoola Odeyemi, Michael Muoka, Stephen Asaolu, Qudrat Busari, Blessing Dawudu, Michael Naiyeju, Rasheed A. Balogun   +33 more
wiley   +1 more source

Infection control and prevention of Clostridium difficile infection [PDF]

Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, 1998
Clostridium difficile has become a major problem as a nosocomial pathogen that is associated with the use of antibiotics. In the prevention and control of C. difficile disease it is important that programmes are directed at primary and secondary prevention.
openaire   +2 more sources