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Discontinuation of Contact Precautions for Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus in a Pediatric Healthcare System.

Zachary M MostBethany PhillipsMichael E Sebert
Published in: Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society (2024)
Discontinuation of CP for pediatric patients with MRSA was not associated with increased MRSA infection over four years. Our experience supports considering discontinuation of CP for MRSA in similar pediatric healthcare settings in the context of good adherence to horizontal infection prevention measures.
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