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Acta Clinica Belgica
International Journal of Clinical and Laboratory Medicine
Volume 69, 2014 - Issue 1
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Carbapenemase producing Enterobacteriaceae in Belgian nursing homes: myth or real danger?

V. S. M. SaegemanDepartment of Microbiology and ImmunologyKULeuven & Laboratory Medicine, University Hospitals Leuven, Belgium,;Edouard Remy Nursing HomeLeuven, Belgium,Correspondence[email protected]
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M. NtoumpanakiDepartment of Microbiology and ImmunologyKULeuven & Laboratory Medicine, University Hospitals Leuven, Belgium,
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L. NiclaesEdouard Remy Nursing HomeLeuven, Belgium,
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A. SchuermansDepartment of Public Health and Primary CareKULeuven & Hospital Epidemiology and Infection Control, University Hospitals Leuven, Belgium
Pages 30-32 | Published online: 12 Feb 2014
 
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Abstract

Prevalence of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) is increasing both in hospitals and in the community. In this point prevalence study, rectal CPE colonization was investigated among 150 nursing home residents. No CPE were detected. Epidemiological data directly linked with CPE colonization in community and nursing home settings are currently lacking. Further research will show whether the preventive measures taken, including a strong focus on standard precautions, a dedicated isolation policy, and antibiotic restriction will retain CPE to invade nursing homes.

Acknowledgements

Approval for the study was obtained from the ethical committee of University Hospitals Leuven and the management board of Remy Edouard Institute.

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