Effect of chlorhexidine bathing and other infection control practices on the Benefits of Universal Glove and Gown (BUGG) trial: a subgroup analysis.

Morgan DJ1, Pineles L1, Shardell M1, Sulis C2, Kett DH3, Bowling J4, Belton BM5, Harris AD1; BUGG Study Primary Investigators.

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Abstract

We report the results of a subgroup analysis of the Benefits of Universal Glove and Gown trial. In 20 intensive care units, the reduction in acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus observed in this trial was observed in units also using chlorhexidine bathing and in those that previously performed active surveillance.