A5072392175- Infections and bacterial resistance
- Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
- Patient Dignity and Privacy
- Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
- Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
- Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues
- Mycobacterium research and diagnosis
- Vibrio bacteria research studies
University of Trieste
2023
University of Udine
2019-2020
An outbreak of Ralstonia mannitolilytica bloodstream infections occurred in four hospitals north-eastern Italy, involving 20 haemodialysis patients with tunnelled central vascular catheter access. We identified as the source a batch urokinase vials imported from India contaminated R. mannitolilytica. Whole genome sequences clinical and strains were highly related, only urokinase-treated reported (attack rate = 34%; 95% confidence interval: 22.1–47.4). Discontinuation terminated outbreak.
Abstract Background Residents have a significant role in both patient’s care and daily ward activities; thus, they should be trained to adhere hospital procedures guarantee best clinical practices safety. A survey was carried out assess healthcare workers’ (HCWs) opinions about residents’ performance. Methods Between February March 2019, paper-based/online developed distributed among doctors (d) nurses (n) 17 (10 medical, 7 surgical) wards of Udine Academic Hospital, Italy. 22 Likert Scale...
Abstract Issues Mycobacterium chimaera bacterium, firstly identified in 2004, is mainly present drinking water but generally not harmful for human health. Incubation period ranges from 3 to 72 months, with a median of 17 months. Clinical signs are fever, weakness and weight loss. The infection has lethality rate 50%. Invasive infections associated the use Heater-Cooler-Devices (HCD) cardiovascular surgery. Description Problem This work reports on an unexpected case occurred after time much...