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See Latest ArticlesComparison of national and subnational guidelines for hand hygiene
Journal of Hospital Infection, 06/16/09
Cookson B et al. - Hand hygiene promotion is considered as the cornerstone for healthcare-associated infection prevention.Grading systems and definitions to indicate the strength of evidence and recommendations also differed. The intended outcome was to improve hand hygiene practices in healthcare, thus leading to a reduction of healthcare-associated infections and/or antimicrobial resistance. Although overall agreement on indications and procedures was noted, the range and depth of recommendations on best practices and implementation varied. There is a need for a more consistent approach leading to recommendations based on a thorough evaluation of evidence and applicable worldwide. Aspects related to implementation and impact monitoring deserve greater attention.
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