| Literature DB >> 6564086 |
B M Andersson, L Lidgren, C Schalén, A Steen.
Abstract
Sterile irrigation solution, used in open systems in a conventional orthopedic operating theatre, were examined for bacterial contamination. At the end of 13 of 21 operations (duration greater than or equal to one hour) the solution tested displayed the growth of Staphylococcus epidermidis and/or diphtheroid rods and/or other species. It is concluded that irrigation by solutions, kept in open bowls during an operation, is a potential source of contamination.Entities:
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Year: 1984 PMID： 6564086 DOI： 10.1017/s0195941700060537
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Infect Control ISSN： 0195-9417