What is it about?
Stethoscopes routinely used for clinical examination of patients may potentially transfer micro-organisms and cause iatrogenic infections. This study was undertaken to detect the presence of microorganisms on stethoscopes used clinically in hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan and to ascertain the infection control practices of healthcare workers (HCWs).
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Why is it important?
Increases the chances of nosocomial or hospital acquired infections
Perspectives
Strict regulatory measures may reduce the chances of infection transmitted by doctors personal diagnostic equipments.
Dr Mubeen SMM Syed Muhammad
Hamdard University
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This page is a summary of: Bacterial contamination and stethoscope disinfection practices: a cross-sectional survey of healthcare workers in Karachi, Pakistan, Tropical Doctor, January 2017, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/0049475516686543.
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