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Transmission and Prevention of Healthcare-Associated Infections

의료 관련 감염의 전파 경로와 예방

  • Chung, Doo Ryeon (Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine)
  • 정두련 (성균관대학교 의과대학 삼성서울병원 감염내과)
  • Published : 2018.08.01
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Abstract

To prevent the transmission of pathogens in hospitals, implementation of transmission-based precautions is essential, such as precautions to prevent airborne, droplet, and contact transmissions. However, it is impossible to identify all hidden asymptomatic carriers. Emphasis has therefore been placed on the use of standard precautions, including hand hygiene and cough etiquette. Recently, the possibility of the spread of imported emerging infectious diseases in medical institutions has also become an area of focus. Prevention of the spread of infections in hospitals should be a top priority to ensure the highest quality of care.

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