A systematic review on the effectiveness of alcohol-based solutions for hand hygiene.
A systematic review on the effectiveness of alcohol-based solutions for hand hygiene.
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对酒精类手部卫生解决方案有效性的系统评价。
DOI:
10.1111/j.1440-172x.2003.00457.x
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发表时间:
2004
影响因子:
1.9
通讯作者:
W. Picheansathian
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作者:
W. Picheansathian
The use of alcohol has been proposed as an option for hand hygiene. A systematic review was conducted to evaluate the clinical evidence supporting the use of alcohol-based solutions in hospitals as an option for hand hygiene. Studies published between January 1992 and April 2002 in English and Thai, related to the effectiveness of alcohol-based solutions, were reviewed. The databases searched included Medline, DARE, CINAHL and Dissertation Abstracts International. All studies were assessed as having adequate methodological quality. Results of this systematic review supported that alcohol-based hand rubbing removes microorganisms effectively, requires less time and irritates hands less often than does handwashing with soap or other antiseptic agents and water. Furthermore, the availability of bedside alcohol-based solutions increases compliance with hand hygiene among health care workers.