Analysis of two sequential SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks on a haematology-oncology ward and the role of infection prevention

Analysis of two sequential SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks on a haematology-oncology ward and the role of infection prevention

Summary: Two SARS-CoV-2 nosocomial outbreaks occurred on the haematology ward of our hospital. Patients on the ward were at high risk for severe infection because of their immunocompromised status. Whole Genome Sequencing proved transmission of a particular SARS-CoV-2 variant in each outbreak. The f...

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Main Authors: W.C. van der Zwet, E.A. Klomp-Berens, A.M.P. Demandt, J. Dingemans, B.M.J.W. van der Veer, L.B. van Alphen, J.A.M.C. Dirks, P.H.M. Savelkoul
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-03-01
Series:Infection Prevention in Practice
Subjects:
Infection control
SARS-CoV2
Whole Genome Sequencing
Outbreak
Screening asymptomatic patients
Screening asymptomatic healthcare workers
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590088923000689

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