Effectiveness of commonly used high level disinfectants on bacteria responsible for hospital acquired infections in Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital, Sri Lanka

Abstract

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Knowledge, attitudes, and practices on the usage of antiseptics prior to invasive medical procedures: Evidence from Sri Lankan Healthcare Professionals

“…10 Sri Lanka currently uses many different types of antiseptics in different concentrations according to availability and ease. 11 According to studies, the most widely used and clinically accepted antiseptic is chlorhexidine, [12][13][14] although not very commonly used in Sri Lanka. [14][15][16] Currently, there is a need for evidence-based survey studies in Sri Lanka on the commercial use of 70% alcohol, povidone-iodine, chlorhexidine, and other skin antiseptics, as well as the knowledge and attitude on the practical antiseptic usage in a healthcare setting.…”

“…11 According to studies, the most widely used and clinically accepted antiseptic is chlorhexidine, [12][13][14] although not very commonly used in Sri Lanka. [14][15][16] Currently, there is a need for evidence-based survey studies in Sri Lanka on the commercial use of 70% alcohol, povidone-iodine, chlorhexidine, and other skin antiseptics, as well as the knowledge and attitude on the practical antiseptic usage in a healthcare setting. Therefore, the primary objective of this study was to identify the preferred antiseptic used in practice by medical professionals in Sri Lanka and explore the underlying factors that contributed to their selection.…”

“…10 Sri Lanka currently uses many different types of antiseptics in different concentrations according to availability and ease. 11 According to studies, the most widely used and clinically accepted antiseptic is chlorhexidine, 12 – 14 although not very commonly used in Sri Lanka. 14 – 16 …”

“…11 According to studies, the most widely used and clinically accepted antiseptic is chlorhexidine, 12 – 14 although not very commonly used in Sri Lanka. 14 – 16 …”