Guidelines for Preventing Opportunistic Infections Among Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Recipients
2001
Guidelines for Preventing Infections in Stem Cell Transplant Recipients
publication
Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Clare A. Dykewicz
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
Following these guidelines may decrease the rate of hospital infections among hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients.
Supporting Evidence
- Allogeneic HSCT recipients should be placed in rooms with more than 12 air exchanges per hour.
- Hand hygiene is the most effective procedure for preventing nosocomial infection.
- Hospital construction and renovation increase the risk for nosocomial fungal infections.
Takeaway
This document provides rules to help keep patients safe from infections after they receive stem cell transplants.
Methodology
The guidelines are based on evidence and expert recommendations for preventing infections in HSCT recipients.
Limitations
The efficacy of specific isolation and barrier precautions in preventing infections has not been evaluated.
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