Effect of Oral Chlorhexidine in Preventing Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia among non-intubated patients in the Philippines

Conclusion: Oral chlorhexidine has decreased the incidence of HAP among non-intubated patients. It has also decreased the duration of hospital stay. The use of oral chlorhexidine among non-intubated patient is strongly recommended to prevent HAP.

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Source: European Respiratory Journal - November 19, 2018 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Ogbac, M. K., Arquiza, J. Tags: Respiratory infections Source Type: research