Reducing HAIs with advanced disinfection: A path to safer healthcare
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) pose a significant challenge to patient safety and healthcare systems worldwide. These infections, acquired during the course of receiving medical care, can lead to severe health complications, prolonged hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. However, the good news is that many HAIs are preventable with proper hygiene practices and advanced disinfection solutions.
Understanding HAIs
The most common types of HAIs include:
• Respiratory tract infections
• Surgical site infections (SSIs)
• Urinary tract infections
• Bloodstream infections (catheter-related)
• Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infections
In the European Union and European Economic Area (EU/EEA), more than 3.5 million cases of HAIs are estimated to occur each year, leading to over 90,000 deaths and approximately 2.5 million disability-adjusted life years (DALYs)*
The importance of sporicidal disinfection
C. difficile, a common cause of HAIs, is particularly challenging to control due to its ability to form spores that are highly resistant to environmental factors and disinfectants. Using a sporicidal disinfectant with proven efficacy based on EN 17126 is critical for effectively managing C. difficile infections.***
The cost of HAIs
The financial impact of HAIs is substantial. For instance, the average healthcare cost for patients with primary C. difficile infection is $43,718, compared to $19,513 for those without the infection. **
In cases of recurrent infection, the costs rise 27% ($49,456 compared to $38,9) for matched patients without infection. **
These figures highlight the economic burden of HAIs on healthcare systems.
Preventing HAIs with advanced disinfection
Up to 50% of HAIs are estimated to be preventable through effective infection control practices*
One critical aspect of preventing HAIs is the use of modern and effective disinfection solutions, compliant with all latest standards
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Conclusion
Reducing HAIs is essential for improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. By implementing modern disinfection solutions, healthcare facilities can significantly lower the incidence of HAIs and enhance patient safety.
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* European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control: Article: https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/healthcare-associated-infections
** S. Zhang, S. Palazuelos-Munoz, et al. Cost of hospital management of Clostridium difficile infection in United States—a meta-analysis and modeling study, https://bmcinfectdis.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12879-016-1786-6
*** U.S CENTRES FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION; https://www.cdc.gov/c-diff/media/pdfs/Cdiff-Factsheet-P.pdf