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Choosing disinfectants.

A P Fraise1

  • 1Hospital Infection Research Laboratory, City Hospital, Birmingham.

The Journal of Hospital Infection
|February 5, 2000
PubMed
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Choosing the right disinfectant is crucial for infection control, especially with concerns about blood-borne viruses. This review evaluates disinfectant properties and classes to guide selection, considering safety and effectiveness.

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Area of Science:

  • Infection Control
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Disinfectant selection is vital for infection control teams.
  • Increased concern over blood-borne virus transmission necessitates alternatives to glutaraldehyde.
  • Key factors include COSHH regulations, user acceptance, instrument compatibility, and antimicrobial efficacy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review essential properties for disinfectant evaluation.
  • To outline the characteristics of major disinfectant classes.
  • To aid informed disinfectant choice in healthcare settings.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of disinfectant properties and classes.
  • Analysis of factors influencing disinfectant selection.
  • Evaluation of antimicrobial activity and safety profiles.

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Main Results:

  • Disinfectant suitability varies significantly based on application.
  • Comprehensive evaluation of an agent's properties is necessary before adoption.
  • Major classes of disinfectants possess distinct characteristics.

Conclusions:

  • Informed disinfectant selection requires understanding key properties and compound classes.
  • Balancing efficacy, safety, and practical considerations is essential.
  • This review provides a framework for effective disinfectant choice.