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The Brief Case Burkholderia cepacia infection in the neonatal unit: a cautionary tale of contaminated EEG skin preparation

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Burkholderia cepacia isolated from a scalp wound of a neonate prompted investigation to identify potential sources. The same organism was isolated from numerous batches of gel used to prepare skin prior to electroencephalography (EEG), prompting a recall of this product. This case highlights the potential for contamination of equipment and products used for EEG.

Source: International journal of infection control

DOI: 10.3396/ijic.v20.23528

Authors: I-Ly Joanna Chua, Chris Blyth, Michelle Porter, Cara Minney-Smith, Adam Merritt, Brittany Brennan, Cristina Farrar, Linda Pelumbo, Danielle Engelbrecht, Lisa Nicolaou

Institutions: Pathwest Laboratory Medicine, Princess Margaret Hospital for Children, Perth Children's Hospital, King Edward Memorial Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Infection Control in Healthcare

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4404242362

FWCI: 0.323

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Cited by: 1

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