A cluster of bloodstream infections and pyrogenic reactions among hemodialysis patients traced to dialysis machine waste-handling option units.

Jochimsen, E M

A cluster of bloodstream infections and pyrogenic reactions among hemodialysis patients traced to dialysis machine waste-handling option units. [electronic resource] - American journal of nephrology 1998 - 485-9 p. digital

Publication Type: Journal Article

0250-8095

10.1159/000013392 doi


Adult
Aged
Bacteremia--epidemiology
Case-Control Studies
Cross Infection--epidemiology
Disease Outbreaks
Enterobacter cloacae--isolation & purification
Enterobacteriaceae Infections--epidemiology
Equipment Contamination
Female
Fever--epidemiology
Hemodialysis Units, Hospital
Humans
Male
Medical Waste Disposal--instrumentation
Middle Aged
Quebec--epidemiology
Renal Dialysis--adverse effects