Whole genome sequencing reveals a prolonged and spatially spread nosocomial outbreak of PVL positive MRSA (USA300)

ConclusionWGS helped to reveal an outbreak that otherwise might have stayed undetected. Nonetheless, epidemiological investigation is needed to trace the nosocomial transmission. The role of personal communication in infection control cannot be underemphasised.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research