Responding to Mycobacterium chimaera heater-cooler unit contamination: international and national intersectoral collaboration coordinated in the state of Queensland, Australia

ConclusionsRapid international collaboration optimized the Queensland Health response to potential M. chimaera exposure during cardiac surgery. State-wide collaboration ensured a transparent, consistent approach to contacting patients and informing the public of the potential risk. A framework for ongoing risk management, clinical awareness and laboratory diagnosis was established. No further cases of M. chimaera infection have been identified in Queensland.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research