Novel photodynamic coatings reduce the bioburden on near-patient surface thereby reducing the risk for onward pathogen transmission – a field study in two hospitals

ConclusionPhotodynamic coatings provide a significant and lasting reduction of bacterial counts on near-patient surfaces, in particular for high bacterial loads and in addition to routine hygiene. The promising results of this proof-of-concept study enables next important studies by which this novel technology is correlated with the frequency of HAIs.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research