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Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Vol. 21, No. 1, 7-11 (2005)
DOI: 10.1177/8756479304272681

Sonographers and the Fight Against Nosocomial Infections

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Christy Ridge, BS, BSRT

Integris Baptist Medical Center, Diagnostic Cardiology, 3300 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK 73112 cridge1{at}cox.net

An investigation was conducted to determine how well sonographers clean transducers and other sonography-related equipment. Previous studies have shown that cross-contamination is possible between patients during a sonogram and may lead to nosocomial infections. The potential for infecting patients is now common knowledge, so research was conducted to establish how well sonographers are sterilizing the equipment. The equipment from the sonography departments of six hospitals and clinics was tested for the presence of bacteria and fungi. Growth was present at every facility. Although only normal skin flora, including yeast, were isolated, sonographers must be more diligent in the prevention of cross-contamination in patients.

Key Words: nosocomial infection • MRSA • crosscontamination • immunocompromised


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