Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour decontamination significantly reduces enteric bacteria in Neonatal Units
Background
Drug-resistant, Gram-negative bacteria (DRGNB) infection rates are higher in Neonatal Units (NNUs) than in any other hospital setting.
Method
Inivos’ hydrogen peroxide vapour (HPV) disinfection robot was used to disinfect three NNUs over two days. Swabs were taken before and after HPV use.
Result
The amount of enteric bacteria was significantly reduced across the three NNUs after HPV decontamination.
