How long do nosocomial pathogens persist on inanimate surfaces? A systematic review

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Inanimate surfaces have often been described as the source for outbreaks of nosocomial infections. The aim of this review is to summarize data on the persistence of different nosocomial pathogens on inanimate surfaces.</p> <...

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Main Authors: Schwebke Ingeborg, Kramer Axel, Kampf Günter
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-08-01
Series:BMC Infectious Diseases
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2334/6/130