Sampling of Patient Radiation Therapy Thermoplastic Immobilization Forms Reveals Several Types of Attached Bacteria

Thermoplastic medical devices used during patient therapy have been shown to harbor microbes, including those causing healthcare –associated infections (HAI). This issue has not been previously evaluated for immobilization forms used during radiation therapy. The present study addresses this matter by sampling immobilization forms used during patient treatment to see if any microbes could be similarly recovered.
Source: Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences - Category: Radiology Authors: Tags: Research Article Source Type: research