Evaluation of an automated ultraviolet radiation device for decontamination of <it>Clostridium difficile </it>and other healthcare-associated pathogens in hospital rooms

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Environmental surfaces play an important role in transmission of healthcare-associated pathogens. There is a need for new disinfection methods that are effective against <it>Clostridium difficile </it>spores, but also saf...

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Main Authors: Pultz Michael J, Cadnum Jennifer L, Nerandzic Michelle M, Donskey Curtis J
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-07-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/10/197