Microbiology
Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections: Dealing with MRSA
Fourth article in Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections series - Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, the most widespread hospital acquired infection, appears to be relatively common among patients discharged from the hospital into home healthcare. More...17 Feb 2010
Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections: the Usual Suspects
Third article in Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections series - The most common microorganisms causing nosocomial infections are bacteria, including commensal bacteria, which are part of the normal flora, and pathogenic bacteria, which come from an exogenous source. More...17 Feb 2010
Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections: Origins
Second article in Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections series - The causative organisms can already be present in the patient's body, come from the environment, contaminated hospital equipment, health care workers, or other patients. More...17 Feb 2010
Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections: the Present
First article in Laboratory Medicine and Nosocomial Infections series - Currently, nosocomial infections or hospital acquired infections are generally diagnosed between 2 to 4 days after a patient is admitted to a hospital; a period proving to be too long for some. More...17 Feb 2010
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