In:
Epidemiology and Infection, Cambridge University Press (CUP), Vol. 138, No. 5 ( 2010-05), p. 730-737
Abstract:
In this case-control study, cases [community-associated methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (CA-MRSA), n =79] and controls [community-associated methicillin-susceptible S. aureus (CA-MSSA), n =36] were defined as a laboratory-confirmed infection in a patient with no previous hospital-associated factors. Skin and soft tissue were the predominant sites of infection, both for cases (67·1%) and controls (55·6%). Most of the cases (79·7%) and controls (77·8%) were aged 〈 30 years. Investigations did not reveal any significant statistical differences in acquiring a CA-MRSA or CA-MSSA infection. The most common shared risk factors included overcrowding, previous antibiotic usage, existing skin conditions, household exposure to someone with a skin condition, scratches/insect bites, and exposure to healthcare workers. Similar risk factors, identified for both CA-MRSA and CA-MSSA infections, suggest standard hygienic measures and proper treatment guidelines would be beneficial in controlling both CA-MRSA and CA-MSSA in remote communities.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0950-2688
,
1469-4409
DOI:
10.1017/S0950268809991488
Language:
English
Publisher:
Cambridge University Press (CUP)
Publication Date:
2010
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1470211-3
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