Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology 1995;16:105-13
1995
Recommendations for Controlling Vancomycin Resistance
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Author Information
Author(s): Hospital Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
HICPAC recommends that hospitals develop specific plans to control vancomycin resistance.
Supporting Evidence
- HICPAC encourages prudent vancomycin use by clinicians.
- Hospitals should educate staff about vancomycin resistance.
- Early detection and reporting of vancomycin resistance is crucial.
- Immediate infection-control measures are necessary to prevent transmission.
Takeaway
Hospitals should have their own plans to prevent the spread of a type of bacteria that is resistant to a common antibiotic.
Limitations
The recommendations were developed with limited data.
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