Minimizing the risk of neonatal infection
—Premature babies do not have fully developed immune systems. Nosocomial pathogens are becoming more aggressive and present an exceptional risk to this vulnerable group of patients. We are fully aware of the importance of efficient neonatal infection prevention and considers it during all stages of a device's development. Here is a brief overview of the latest results of this approach.
Infection control in neonatology
Babies – especially premature ones – are susceptible to hospital-acquired infections. The situation is further exacerbated by the fact that, with this patient group, the symptoms of septicemia are difficult to distinguish from other complications. Dr. John Sparks of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, explains what effective infection control should take into account.
Successful hand hygiene – Two practical examples
Careful hand disinfection is important in all areas of a hospital, but can often be overlooked in the stressful everyday environment. Modern technology can provide valuable support.
Infection prevention – A global topic
There are many aspects to consider when combatting nosocomial pathogens, for example, national data collection. Reliable data are at the heart of every successful strategy. But what makes surveillance successful?
A neonatal intensive care unit optimizes your infection prevention system
The Swedish Central Hospital in Karlstad reorganized its 27-year-old neonatal intensive care unit. The result: separate family rooms and an access corridor just for parents. This division helps prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and at the same time promotes, developmental care.
Key studies on neonatal infection prevention
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