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Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci: Epidemiology, Infection Prevention, and Control.
Katherine Reyes1, Ana Cecilia Bardossy2, Marcus Zervos3
1Infection Prevention and Control, Division of Infectious Disease, Henry Ford Hospital, Henry Ford Health System, 2799 West Grand Boulevard, CFP 302, Detroit, MI 48202, USA.
Infectious Disease Clinics of North America
|September 24, 2016
Summary
Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) are a major cause of healthcare-associated infections. Effective prevention requires understanding VRE transmission and implementing strategies like hand hygiene and environmental cleaning.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
- Hospital Epidemiology
Background:
- Vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) are a significant cause of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs).
- Understanding VRE epidemiology and transmission is crucial for effective control.
- Risk factors for VRE colonization and infection require careful consideration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the epidemiology of VRE infections.
- To discuss transmission modes within healthcare settings.
- To outline essential prevention and control strategies for VRE.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on VRE epidemiology and control measures.
- Analysis of current infection control practices.
- Synthesis of evidence on VRE prevention strategies.
Main Results:
- VRE infections are a leading cause of HAIs.
- Hand hygiene is fundamental for reducing VRE acquisition.
- Environmental cleaning, chlorhexidine bathing, and antimicrobial stewardship are vital.
Conclusions:
- Comprehensive infection control strategies are essential for managing VRE.
- Surveillance and contact precautions have variable effectiveness but are important for outbreaks.
- A multi-faceted approach is necessary for VRE prevention and control.
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