Year: 2009
Type: review
Abstract: Nosocomial pneumonia, especially ventilator-associated pneumonia, is a common infection in ICUs. The main etiologic factors involve colonizing and opportunistic bacteria from the oral cavity. Oral hygiene measures, including the use of oral antiseptic agents, such as chlorhexidine, have proven useful in reducing its incidence. The objective of this article was to review the literature on the importance of the oral environment in the development of nosocomial pneumonia.
Source: Jornal Brasileiro de Pneumologia
Institution: Estácio (Brazil)
Language: Portuguese
Topic: Nosocomial Infections in ICU
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W2055655156