Airborne Aspergillus fumigatus spore concentration during demolition of a building on a hospital area and patient risk determination for invasive aspergillosis including azole resistance

ConclusionsThe results of the present study suggest that with implemented preventive measures, there is no increased risk for IA including azole resistance in immunocompromised patients during outdoor demolition work. Further prospective studies are needed to confirm our findings.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research