| Description |
1 online resource (xiii, 496 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates) : illustrations (some color) |
| Contents |
Perspectives on infection challenges and solutions / Gurusamy Manivannan -- Sisyphus in the microbial world revisited : global governance, antimicrobial strategies, and humanity's health / David P. Fidler -- The need for safer and better microbicides for infection control / Syed A. Sattar and Susan Springthorpe -- Microbiological concerns in non-sterile manufacturing / Joseph Kirby Farrington and Jim Polarine -- New technologies in disinfection and infection control / José A. Ramirez -- Biocides : modes of action and mechanisms of resistance / Gerald McDonnell -- A pragmatic approach to judicious selection and proper use of disinfectant and antiseptic agents in healthcare setting / Vesna Šuljagić -- Extended activity of healthcare antiseptic products / Jerry L. Newman and Nancy E. Kaiser -- Disinfectant rotation in a cleaning/disinfection program for clean rooms and controlled environments / Scott V.W. Sutton -- Reprocessing flexible endoscopes : origin of standards, overview of structure/function, and review of recent outbreaks / Terry A. Antonucci, Nicole Williams, and Nancy A. Robinson -- Microbiological testing of disinfectants and decontaminants for critical surfaces / Daniel A. Klein -- Regulatory constraints on disinfectants and decontamination / Michael G. Sarli -- Biofilms : a summarized account and control strategies / Kanavillil Nandakumar and Kurissery R. Sreekumari -- Consequences of biofilms on indwelling medical devices : costs and prevention / John G. Thomas, Lindsay Nakaishi, and Linda Corum -- Infection-resistant implantable devices : biofilm problems and design strategies / Anthony W. Smith and Semali Perera -- Infections of intracardiac devices / George A. Yesenosky [and others] -- Intrauterine devices : infections and biofilms / Ben M.J. Pereira and Vikas Pruthi -- Antimicrobial urinary catheters / David J. Stickler and Nora A. Sabbuba -- Risk factors for postoperative infectious complications after abdominal surgery / Patrick Pessaux and Emilie Lermite |
| Summary |
Using a unique multi-disciplinary approach, "Disinfection and Decontamination" focuses on the principles, methods, and applications for pharmaceutical, personal care, medical devices, and related industries. This book provides an overview of available antimicrobial and anti-infective materials in different industries to prevent infection. It also examines the challenges faced in such areas as medical devices and hospital environments. Including extensive references, this text highlights the best current research practices and offers detailed insight into the issues associated with infectious disease, devices and new materials, testing methods and strategies, and diverse applications |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
Print version record |
| Subject |
Disinfection and disinfectants.
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Microbial contamination -- Prevention
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Biofilms.
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Disinfection -- methods
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Anti-Infective Agents -- therapeutic use
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Biofilms
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Decontamination -- methods
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Infection Control -- methods
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Biofilms
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Disinfection and disinfectants
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Microbial contamination -- Prevention
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Manivannan, Gurusamy, 1960-
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| LC no. |
2007008723 |
| ISBN |
9780849390746 |
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0849390745 |
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1281122629 |
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9781281122629 |
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9781420008456 |
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1420008455 |
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