Improvement of Infection Control in Makkah Hospitals During Hajj
Author Information
Author(s): Madani Tariq A, Albarrak Ali M, Alhazmi Mohammad A, Alazraqi Tarik A, Althaqafi Abdulahakeem O, Ishaq Abdulrahman H
Primary Institution: King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Hypothesis
The study aimed to evaluate the impact of annual reviews of infection control practices in Makkah hospitals during Hajj.
Conclusion
Regular hospital infection control audits lead to significant improvement in infection control practices.
Supporting Evidence
- The average scores of hospitals in infection control items increased from 43% to 78% over four years.
- Deficiencies in infection control practices were resolved in subsequent audits.
- Regular feedback from audits helped hospitals improve their infection control services.
Takeaway
The hospitals in Makkah got better at preventing infections after regular check-ups during Hajj, making it safer for everyone.
Methodology
Annual audits of infection control practices were conducted over a 10-day period in six community hospitals using standardized checklists.
Limitations
The study did not include all areas of infection control and did not assess the impact on healthcare-associated infection rates.
Participant Demographics
The study involved six community hospitals in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, serving both local populations and Hajj pilgrims.
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