chlorhexidine

Use of chlorhexidine for the prophylaxis of nosocomial infections in ICU

This review summarizes published data on the use of chlorhexidine for the prevention of nosocomial infections in the intensive care units (ICU). The use of a 0.5–2.0% alcohol solution of chlorhexidine is strongly recommended for the surgical site …

Susceptibility of Nosocomial K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, A. baumannii, and P. mirabilis Strains to a Chlorhexidine-Based Antiseptic Preparation

This study was performed to investigate activity of chlorhexidine-based antiseptic preparation «Dezin» against the following pathogens causing nosocomial respiratory tract infections (RTI) and urinary tract infections (UTI): Klebsiella pneumoniae …

Chlorhexidine: Past, Present, and Future of the Famous Antiseptic Agent

Infections caused by drug resistant pathogens are ever-increasing problem in hospital and outpatient settings. Nosocomial infections are associated with treatment failures, prolonged length of hospital stay and increased mortality. Chlorhexidine …