Infection Control Measures for Human Parvovirus B19 in the Hospital Setting

1989 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 326-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanley J. Naides
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Parvovirus B19 ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Human Parvovirus B19 ◽  
Infection Control Measures

Adult Pertussis Is Hazardous for the Newborn

2006 ◽  
Vol 27 (6) ◽  
pp. 623-625 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ellen Bamberger ◽  
Orna Starets-Haham ◽  
David Greenberg ◽  
Argyro Karidis ◽  
Nurit Porat ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Targeted Screening

We report 4 cases involving the likely transmission of pertussis from parents to newborns in a hospital setting. The adoption of proper infection control measures and targeted screening of parents may reduce the potential for such transmission.

Infection Control Measures for Human Parvovirus Bl9 in the Hospital Setting

1989 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 326-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stanley J. Naides
Keyword(s):  
Parvovirus B19 ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Personal Communication ◽  
Etiologic Agent ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Erythema Infectiosum ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Parvovirus B19 Infection ◽  
Transient Aplastic Crisis ◽  
Fifth Disease

A human parvovirus was first discovered serendipitously in blood from asymptomatic donors in 1975' and designated B19 because of the location of the original positive serum in a test panel. Subsequently, the newly discovered virus was determined to be the etiologic agent of most cases of transient aplastic crisis in the setting of chronic hemolytic anemia and of the childhood exanthem erythema infectiosum, or fifth disease. While erythema infectiosum with its classic “slapped-cheek” rash is a childhood illness, “fifth disease” in the adult should not be overlooked. At least 40% of adults lack serological evidence of past human parvovirus B19 infection and are at risk. Adults tend to have a more subtle rash, often lacking the “slapped cheeks,” and tend to have a more severe constitutional, flu-like illness with prominent joint symptoms. While the arthralgia and arthritis of adult “fifth disease” are often self-limiting, they may become chronic and lead to an arthropathy that meets American College of Kheumatology criteria for a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. The arthropathy has been reported to persist up to five years, the longest follow-up now available (A. Wolf; MD, personal communication, August 27, 1987).

scholarly journals Healthcare-Associated SARS-CoV-2 Transmission—Experiences from a German University Hospital

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (9) ◽  
pp. 1378 ◽  
Author(s):  
Carlos L. Correa-Martínez ◽  
Vera Schwierzeck ◽  
Alexander Mellmann ◽  
Marc Hennies ◽  
Stefanie Kampmeier
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Attack Rate ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Quantitative Measure ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Northwest Germany ◽  
Healthcare Associated ◽  
Index Cases

During the current severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) pandemic, healthcare systems worldwide have to prevent nosocomial SARS-CoV-2 transmission while maintaining duty of care. In our study, we characterize the transmission dynamic of SARS-CoV-2 in inpatients and healthcare workers (HCWs) at the University Hospital Münster (UHM) in northwest Germany. We identified 27 cases of healthcare-associated SARS-CoV-2 infections (4 inpatients and 23 HCWs) who had contact with patients and/or HCWs without the use of adequate PPE. The contacts of these index cases were followed up for SARS-CoV-2 infection after unprotected exposure and a quantitative measure of probability of becoming infected, the attack rate, was calculated. In addition, transmission was evaluated in the context of infection control measures established during the pandemic and we compared the epidemiological data of all index cases, including symptoms and Ct values of virology test results. The overall attack rate in the hospital setting was 1.3% (inpatients 0.9%, HCWs 1.6%). However, during an outbreak, the attack rate was 25.5% (inpatients 20.0%, HCWs 29.6%). For both scenarios, HCWs had a higher attack rate illustrating their role in healthcare-associated SARS-CoV-2 transmission. Taken together, our experiences demonstrate how infection control measures can minimize the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in the healthcare setting.

Iatrogenic Scald Burn: A Consequence of Institutional Infection Control Measures

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1996 ◽  
Vol 98 (5) ◽  
pp. 963-965
Author(s):  
Ginat W. Mirowski ◽  
Ilona J. Frieden ◽  
Carol Miller
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Infection Control ◽  
Water Supply ◽  
Tap Water ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Hospital Setting ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Emergency Rooms ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Scald Injury

Accidental burns are common, causing signficant morbidity and mortality in all age groups, but they occur most frequently in young children. Each year, tap water burns result in approximately 2600 visits to emergency rooms in the United States1 and cause approximately 200 deaths,2 but these burns are rare in the hospital setting. We describe a case of scald injury in a newborn during routine postnatal bathing that occurred shortly after an increase in the temperature of the hospital water supply due to a Legionella outbreak and discuss precautions that should be used by hospitals to avoid scald injuries. CASE REPORT

Eye in COVID-19: A Brief Review

2020 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Mohsin Ali ◽  
Qudsia Anwar Dar ◽  
Zahid Kamal ◽  
Alishba Khan
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Respiratory Symptoms ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Transmission Route ◽  
Ocular Manifestation ◽  
Personal Protection ◽  
Personal Protection Equipment ◽  
Ocular Manifestations ◽  
Infection Control Measures

This is a brief review covering the currently available literature on ocular manifestations of COVID-19, andprevention strategies for ophthalmologists. A literature search was carried out of Pubmed, Google Scholar andWHO database of publications on COVID. Keywords used in the search were eye, ocular manifestations,ophthalmology, COVID-19, nCoV-2019, and coronavirus disease. All available articles were reviewed and thosepertinent to the study topic were included. Considering the dearth of information available, ophthalmology journals were also searched separately for relevant articles. Major ocular manifestation of COVID reported in literature is red eye, which usually presents before the onset of respiratory symptoms. Since the eye can be a possible transmission route for SARS-CoV-2, infection control measures should be undertaken by ophthalmologists, including use of personal protection equipment and eye/face covering. A framework for structuring ophthalmological services during the COVID pandemic is also presented in this review.

scholarly journals Estimating the consequences of a COVID-19 super spreader: A stochastic model of a night on the town

2021 ◽  
pp. 140349482110314
Author(s):  
Nils Henrik Kolnes ◽  
Snorre Nilsen Eikeland ◽  
Tor Albert Ersdal ◽  
Geir Sverre Braut
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Stochastic Model ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Social Distancing ◽  
Infection Control Measures ◽  
Local Municipality ◽  
The Town

A stochastic model estimated the consequences of a COVID-19 super spreader event occurring in the local municipality of Stavanger, Norway as a result of a night on the town. The model imposed different infection control regulations and compared these different scenarios. For Stavanger’s 161 locations of service, secondary transmissions from a super spreader event was estimated to infect a median of 37, requiring the quarantining of 200 guests given no infection control regulations, 23 and 167 when imposing social distancing regulations and other hygienic infection control measures, 7 infected and 63 quarantined guests with restrictions placed on the guest capacity, and 4 infected and 57 quarantined guests with both forms of restriction in use.

scholarly journals Can Copper Products and Surfaces Reduce the Spread of Infectious Microorganisms and Hospital-Acquired Infections?

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (13) ◽  
pp. 3444
Author(s):  
Joji Abraham ◽  
Kim Dowling ◽  
Singarayer Florentine
Keyword(s):  
Infection Control ◽  
Hospital Admissions ◽  
Copper Alloys ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Mortality Rates ◽  
Pathogen Transmission ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Traditional Use ◽  
Healthcare Facilities ◽  
Infection Control Measures

Pathogen transfer and infection in the built environment are globally significant events, leading to the spread of disease and an increase in subsequent morbidity and mortality rates. There are numerous strategies followed in healthcare facilities to minimize pathogen transfer, but complete infection control has not, as yet, been achieved. However, based on traditional use in many cultures, the introduction of copper products and surfaces to significantly and positively retard pathogen transmission invites further investigation. For example, many microbes are rendered unviable upon contact exposure to copper or copper alloys, either immediately or within a short time. In addition, many disease-causing bacteria such as E. coli O157:H7, hospital superbugs, and several viruses (including SARS-CoV-2) are also susceptible to exposure to copper surfaces. It is thus suggested that replacing common touch surfaces in healthcare facilities, food industries, and public places (including public transport) with copper or alloys of copper may substantially contribute to limiting transmission. Subsequent hospital admissions and mortality rates will consequently be lowered, with a concomitant saving of lives and considerable levels of resources. This consideration is very significant in times of the COVID-19 pandemic and the upcoming epidemics, as it is becoming clear that all forms of possible infection control measures should be practiced in order to protect community well-being and promote healthy outcomes.

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