Analysis and Impact of Infection Prevention Procedures in Long-Term Care Facilities
Our analysis showed significant correlations between cleanliness procedures and reductions in fungal infections, gastroenteritis, and ear infections. Compliance in laundry procedures was linked to ILI and surgical site infections. Non-compliance in healthcare tools correlated with higher rates of gastroenteritis and conjunctivitis, highlighting the need for stronger practices. The data suggest that effective prevention measures reduce HAIs, though discrepancies in implementation across facilities call for standardization and continuous monitoring.
Authors
- Nicola Nante (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2040-9562)
- Francesco Viti (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1803-4527)
- Alessandra Cartocci (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1818-6275)
- Giovanni Guarducci (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1469-7294)
Institutions
- University of Siena (IT)
- Regional Health (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- PubMed
- Published
- 2024-09-16
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.15167/2421-4248/jpmh2025.66.1.3392
- Primary Topic
- Healthcare Facilities Design and Sustainability
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00