Cross-sectional survey of meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus home-based decolonization practices in Scotland

Kay Currie; Lynn Cuthbertson; Lesley Price; Jacqui Reilly

doi:10.1016/j.jhin.2011.11.015

Cross-sectional survey of meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus home-based decolonization practices in Scotland

Kay Currie, Lynn Cuthbertson, Lesley Price, Jacqui Reilly

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Abstract

Despite limited evidence of meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) decolonization efficacy, the practice of decolonization for both pre-admission and on-admission patients is growing. Recent research within National Health Service (NHS) Scotland revealed low rates of treatment and consequent low efficacy in home-based decolonization. As no national guidelines on home-based decolonization currently exist, practices within NHS Scotland may be variable. The aim of this study was to establish current pre-admission MRSA home-based decolonization protocols and patient advice within NHS Scotland. Similarities and differences were identified to determine possible sources of variability.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	140-143
Number of pages	4
Journal	Journal of Hospital Infection
Volume	80
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jhin.2011.11.015
Publication status	Published - Feb 2012

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cross-sectional survey
patient advice
MRSA

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Cross-sectional survey of meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus home-based decolonization practices in Scotland

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