Healthcare - associated infections: A public health problem

Niger Med J. 2012 Apr;53(2):59-64. doi: 10.4103/0300-1652.103543.

Abstract

Disinfection and sterilization in hospitals, is of increasing concern. Nosocomial infections can be defined as those occurring within 48 hours of hospital admission, 3 days of discharge or 30 days of an operation. They affect 1 in 10 patients admitted to hospital. Nosocomial infections are associated with a great deal of morbidity, mortality, and increased financial burden.

Keywords: Infections; health problem; hospitals; morbility.