Evaluating a neonatal intensive care unit MRSA surveillance programme using agent-based network modelling

ConclusionsAn effective MRSA surveillance programme needs to balance resource availability with potential for harm due to longer colonization periods and opportunity for development of invasive disease. While more frequent monitoring led to greater use of a decolonization regimen, it also reduced the likelihood of isolation rooms being available.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research