Control measures for Acinetobacter baumannii: a survey of Spanish hospitals

Abstract

Introduction: Control of Acinetobacter baumannii is a challenge.

Methods: A survey was conducted on the control measures introduced against A baumannii in 30 Spanish hospitals.

Results: We found significant differences in the application of contact precautions, active surveillance, hygiene of colonised patients, environmental cleaning, and educational activities. Hospitals with a written control program for A. baumannii had a lower incidence of colonisation/infection due to this organism.

Conclusion: A multidisciplinary consensus document for the control of A. baumannii is needed in Spain.