Review
[Surgical hand washing]
[Article in
French]
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Review
[Surgical hand washing]
[Article in
French]
J Chir (Paris).
2002 Apr.
Abstract
Hand washing is required to prevent nosocomial infection. We reviewed the literature, analyzing controlled randomized trials providing the best level of evidence. The different products and techniques evaluated in these trials are detailed. Compliance with hand washing protocols is also discussed.
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