Preventing nosocomial infections in resource-limited settings: An interventional approach in healthcare facilities in Burkina Faso.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nosocomial pathogens are transmitted by contamination of surfaces causing healthcare-associated infections (HAI). The impact of locally produced disinfectant with operational training as a means to improve hygiene in resource-limited healthcare facilities and prevent HAI was evaluated.

Method

In Burkina Faso, 4 types of electro-chlorinator devices that convert salt and water into sodium hypochlorite through electrolysis were installed in 26 healthcare facilities distributed across 3 sanitary districts. The program was evaluated at 4 months and 11 months and performance compared with a control group.

Results

After 11 months, over 90% of the facilities applied 8 of the 11 essential hygiene practices defined by the Ministry of Health, compared to 20% in the co

SUBMITTER: Duvernay PG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7211687 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature