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[Acinetobacter as a problem pathogen in patients with long-term tocolysis].

C Brezinka1, F Allerberger, O Huter

  • 1Universitätsklinik für Frauenheilkunde, Innsbruck.

Zentralblatt Fur Gynakologie
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
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A hospital outbreak of Acinetobacter Calcoaceticus (a nosocomial infection) affected pregnant women receiving intravenous tokolysis for premature labor. This led to septic fever, premature deliveries, and two infant deaths, highlighting infection risks in obstetric care.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Hospital Epidemiology

Context:

  • Nosocomial infections pose significant risks in hospital settings.
  • Intravenous tokolysis for premature labor is a common obstetric intervention.
  • Acinetobacter Calcoaceticus outbreaks can occur in vulnerable patient populations.

Purpose:

  • To report a hospital outbreak of Acinetobacter Calcoaceticus.
  • To investigate the link between intravenous tokolysis and infection.
  • To discuss the dangers of nosocomial infections in obstetric patients.

Summary:

  • An outbreak of Acinetobacter Calcoaceticus occurred in a hospital ward treating patients with intravenous tokolysis.
  • Nine pregnant women developed septic fever, with seven testing positive for Acinetobacter Calcoaceticus.

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  • The outbreak resulted in four premature deliveries and two infant deaths, ceasing only after tokolysis was discontinued.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the potential dangers of nosocomial infections in patients undergoing intravenous tokolysis.
    • Underscores the need for stringent infection control measures in obstetric wards.
    • Provides insights into the management of Acinetobacter Calcoaceticus outbreaks in healthcare settings.