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Nephrol Dial Transplant (2002) 17: 74-75
© 2002 European Renal Association-European Dialysis and Transplant Association

SECTION VI: Haemodialysis-associated infection

VI.2 Prevention of infection: management of host colonization by Staphylococcus aureus

Abstract

Guideline VI.2

A. To reduce S. aureus infections in HD patients

  • All high-risk patients, such as those with a past history of S. aureus infection and those dialysed through a central venous catheter, should be screened for nasal colonization.
    (Evidence level: B)
  • Intervention to eradicate S. aureus nasal carriage should be considered in these high-risk S. aureus carriers.
    (Evidence level: B)


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