Nosocomial infection in picu: preventive strategies

  • Dr. Rabindran Billroth Hospital, Chennai
  • Dr D Sharad Gedam L N Medical College, Bhopal, MP, India.
Keywords: Nosocomial infection, Paediatric intensive care unit, Prevention, VAP, Bundles

Abstract

PICU stay is largely associated with hospital acquired infection. Preventive stratigies are important to decrease morbidity and mortality associated with nosocomial infections.

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Nosocomial infection in picu: preventive strategies
CITATION
DOI: 10.17511/ijpr.2016.i02.01
Published: 2016-02-29
How to Cite
Dr. Rabindran, & Dr D Sharad Gedam. (2016). Nosocomial infection in picu: preventive strategies. Pediatric Review: International Journal of Pediatric Research, 3(2), 80-81. https://doi.org/10.17511/ijpr.2016.i02.01
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