Cross Infections: Types, Causes and Prevention ( Public Health in the 21st Century )

Publication series : Public Health in the 21st Century

Author: Jin Dong;Xun Liang  

Publisher: Nova Science Publishers, Inc.‎

Publication year: 2018

E-ISBN: 9781617282140

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9781607414674

Subject: R18 Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine;R51 infectious diseases

Keyword: 传染病,流行病学与防疫

Language: ENG

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Cross Infections: Types, Causes and Prevention

Chapter

Surgical Attire

Prevention of Needlestick and Other Sharps-Related Injuries

Management of Penetrating Injuries [5]

Patient Placement

Environmental Measures

Patient care Equipment and Instruments/Devices

Conclusion

References

Chapter II The Role of Panton Valentine Leukocidin as a Virulence Factor in Community-Associated Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

Abstract

Introduction

PVL

PVL Associated with Skin and Soft Tissue Infection and in CA-MRSA Infection

Conflicting Views of the Role of PVL in In Vitro and In Vivo Animal Experiments

Genetic Diversity among PVL (+) S. Aureus Isolates

Co-Existence of PVL (+) and PVL (-) CA-MRSA USA400 Sibling Strains

PVL (+)/(-) CA-MRSA USA400 Sibling Strains Exhibit Similar Virulence Characteristics in In Vitro Cell Culture and Animal Models

Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Reviewed by

Chapter III Catheter-Related Infections: Etiology, Pathogenesis, Diagnosis and Prevention

Abstract

Introduction

Central Venous Access Catheters

Incidence of Catheter-Related Infections

Pathogenesis of Catheter-Related Infections

Prevention and Control of Catheter-Related Infections

Diagnosis of Catheter-Related Infections

New Perspectives in the Control of Catheter-Related Infections

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter IV Surveillance for Healthcare-Associated Infections in Pediatric Cancer Patients: An Important Prerequisite of Ongoing Prevention and Quality Control

Introduction

What is the Primary Purpose of Prospective Surveillance?

Use Adapted Definitions

Surveillance Should not be Restricted to Periods of Neutropenia

Surveillance Should Focus on Microbiologically Confirmed Infections

Prospective Surveillance and Interventions to Reduce CVAD-Associated Infections

Respiratory Tract Infections

Gastrointestinal Infections

Invasive Fungal Infections

Multiresistant Isolates

Documentation of Objective Outcome Parameters

Information of All Contributors and Stakeholders

Conclusion

References

Chapter V Prevention of Cross-Transmission of Respiratory Viral Pathogens in Pediatric Oncology Patients

Introduction

Modes of Transmission and Prevention of Patient-To-Patient Transmission

Prolonged Viral Shedding

Rhinovirus and Enterovirus

Influenzavirus

Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV)

Human Bocavirus (HBOV)

Varicella Zoster Virus

Immunization of Health Care Workers, Attending Physicians and Relatives

Conclusion

References

Chapter VI Enterotoxigenic Staphylococcus aureus and Bovine Mastitis: A Public Health Problem

Abstract

Introduction

Staphylococcal Mastitis

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter VII Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria in Severe Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Requiring Mechanical Ventilation: Treatment and Outcomes

Abstract

Introduction

The Role of Bacteria in COPD Exacerbations

The New Model for Bacterial Exacerbations of COPD

Exceptions from the New Model

Antibiotics in COPD Exacerbations

Microbiology of Severe Acute Exacerbations of COPD

Antibiotic Regimens for Severe Acute Exacerbations of COPD

Different Patients with COPD May Need Different Antibiotic Therapy

Approaches to Achieve an Initially Appropriate Antibiotic Therapy

References

Chapter VIII Assessment of Patient-To-Patient Transmission of Healthcare-Associated Infections: Integrating Laboratory Data with Patient-Based Surveillance

Abstract

Introduction

A Survey of Studies on Cross-Transmission of HAIs

Conclusion

References

Chapter IX Mycobacterium Avium-Intracellulare Infection during HIV Disease: Persisting Problems∗

Abstract

Introduction

Microbiological and Epidemiological Notes

Pathogenesis and Pathologic Features

Clinical Presentation

Diagnosis and Microbiological Workup

Therapeutic Management of MAC Infection in the Setting of HIV Disease

Antimycobacterial Prophylaxis Guidelines

Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Sindrome (IRIS) and Atypical Mycobacteriosis

References

Commentary Control of Emerging Infectious Agents Causing Nosocomial and Community-Acquired Cross Infections in Immunocompromised Hosts

References

Index

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