Cross-contamination by disinfectant towelettes varies by product chemistry and strain

Abstract Background Disinfectant products are used frequently on environmental surfaces (e.g. medical equipment, countertops, patient beds) and patient care equipment within healthcare facilities. The purpose of this study was to assess the risk of cross-contamination of Staphylococcus aureus and Ps...

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Main Authors: Maxwell G. Voorn, Summer E. Goss, Carine A. Nkemngong, Xiaobao Li, Peter J. Teska, Haley F. Oliver
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-08-01
Series:Antimicrobial Resistance and Infection Control
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13756-020-00797-4