Nov 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
The adequate use of disinfectants constitutes a basis for the control of infection and is especially important in the prevention of hospital infections. Disinfecting hands by means of effective cleansers and techniques is still an important research topic in the...
Jun 27, 2021 | Scientific content, Scientific content, Scientific content, Scientific content
Overview The quaternary ammonium compounds are widely used as disinfectants. Health-care–associated infections have been reported from contaminated quaternary ammonium compounds used to disinfect patient-care supplies or equipment, such as cystoscopes or cardiac...
Jun 21, 2021 | Scientific content
Overview Phenol has occupied a prominent place in the field of hospital disinfection since its initial use as a germicide by Lister in his pioneering work on antiseptic surgery. In the past 30 years, however, work has concentrated on the numerous phenol derivatives or...
Jul 29, 2020 | Uncategorized
There are three levels of disinfection: high, intermediate, and low. High-level disinfectants, such as glutaraldehyde, are used as chemical sterilants and should never be used on environmental surfaces. Intermediate-level disinfectants are registered with the...
