scholarly journals 10% povidone-iodine versus 2% chlorhexidine gluconate for Periurethral cleansing before catheterization among hospitalized patients: A randomized controlled trial

Author(s):  
elham vahabi ◽  
somayeh ghafari ◽  
somayeh haghighat

Abstract Background There are evidences that periurethral cleaning by antiseptics before catheterization decreases the risk of urinary tract infections. The purpose of this study was to Comparing 10% povidone-iodine and chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) effectiveness in periurethral cleaning before catheterization on bacteriuria and pyuria in hospitalized patients. Methods A randomized controlled trial was used, and subjects were randomly allocated to either the 10% povidone -iodine group or the 2% chlorhexidine gluconate group. Urine specimens for culture and Analyse were collected 3 times for each subject within 5 days. Results Overall, 216 urine samples were collected in 72 subjects .There were no significant difference in results of bacteriuria of two groups immediately, 72 hrs. and 5 days after catheterization (p>0.05). There was no significant difference between two groups regarding positive pyuria immediately after sampling (p>0.05). Although its amount was significantly higher 72 hrs and 5days after catheterization in 10% povidone-iodine group than 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (p<0.05). In order to evaluate average of micro-organism in different time intervals between two groups Mann– Whitney test was used. This test showed that there was no significant difference of number of time intervals (p>0.05). Conclusions The results of this study showed that using 2% chlorhexidine gluconate reduced the amount of bacteriuria in catheterazied patients compared to 10% povidone-iodine. However this difference was not significant. Therefore doing more studies with more number of samples in this field is suggested. Trial registration: Retrospectively registered. IRCT20170712035044N2 Key words: 10% povidone-iodine- 2% chlorhexidine gluconate - Bacteriuria- Periurethral cleansing

Author(s):  
Lyly Nguyen ◽  
Ashkan Afshari ◽  
Japjit Green ◽  
Jeremy Joseph ◽  
Jun Yao ◽  
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Abstract Background Post-mastectomy pocket irrigation solution choice is debated and primarily surgeon dependent. We compare triple antibiotic solution (TAS) to 0.05% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG). Objectives The purpose of this study was to determine surgical site infection (SSI) rates after using TAS vs CHG for breast pocket irrigation in immediate tissue expander breast reconstruction. Methods A prospective, blinded, randomized controlled trial was performed in patients (18-81 years old) undergoing bilateral mastectomy with tissue expander (TE) reconstruction. In each patient, one mastectomy pocket was randomized to TAS and the other to CHG. Both the TE and the pocket were irrigated in the respective solution. The primary outcome was the incidence of surgical site infections (SSI). Secondary outcomes were rates of mastectomy flap necrosis, hematoma, and seroma. Results Eighty-eight patients undergoing bilateral immediate breast reconstruction were enrolled. Demographic and operative characteristics were equivalent as each patient served as their own control. Between the TAS and CHG groups, there was no difference in the incidence of SSI (5 [4.5%] vs 7 [8.0%], p = 0.35), including minor infections (2 [2.3%] vs 1 [1.1%], p = 0.56), major infections (2 [2.3%] vs 6 [6.8%], p = 0.15), and those resulting in explantation (2 [2.3%] vs 5 [4.5%], p = 0.25). There was also no difference in necrosis, hematoma, or seroma formation. No patients who developed SSI had radiation. Conclusions This study does not demonstrate a statistically significant difference in SSI between TAS and CHG irrigation, though TAS approached statistical significance for lower rates of infectious complications.


2014 ◽  
Vol 28 (5) ◽  
pp. 573-577 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cynelle M. Kunkle ◽  
Jennifer Marchan ◽  
Sara Safadi ◽  
Stephanie Whitman ◽  
Ramen H. Chmait

2013 ◽  
Vol 34 (4) ◽  
pp. 430-432 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pracha Nuntnarumit ◽  
Nartsiri Sangsuksawang

We conducted a randomized controlled trial in neonates with birth weight greater than or equal to 1,500 g that compared 1% aqueous chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) with 10% povidone–iodine (PI) as a topical antiseptic. We found 1% CHG to be more effective than 1% PI in reducing blood culture contamination rates, and no contact dermatitis was observed.


2016 ◽  
Vol 38 (4) ◽  
pp. 417-422 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jui-Chen Tsai ◽  
Yen-Kuang Lin ◽  
Yen-Jung Huang ◽  
El-Wui Loh ◽  
Hsiao-Yun Wen ◽  
...  

OBJECTIVEEffective perioperative hand antisepsis is crucial for the safety of patients and medical staff in surgical rooms. The antimicrobial effectiveness of different antiseptic methods, including conventional hand scrubs and waterless hand rubs, has not been well evaluated.DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTSA randomized controlled trial was conducted to investigate the effectiveness of the 3 antiseptic methods among surgical staff of Taipei Medical University—Shuang Ho Hospital. For each method used, a group of 80 participants was enrolled.INTERVENTIONSurgical hand cleansing with conventional 10% povidone–iodine scrub, conventional 4% chlorhexidine scrub, or waterless hand rub (1% chlorhexidine gluconate and 61% ethyl alcohol).RESULTSColony-forming unit (CFU) counts were collected using the hand imprinting method before and after disinfection and after surgery. After surgical hand disinfection, the mean CFU counts of the conventional chlorhexidine (0.5±0.2, P<0.01) and waterless hand rub groups (1.4±0.7, P<0.05) were significantly lower than that of the conventional povidone group (4.3±1.3). No significant difference was observed in the mean CFU count among the groups after surgery. Similar results were obtained when preexisting differences before disinfection were considered in the analysis of covariance. Furthermore, multivariate regression indicated that the antiseptic method (P=.0036), but not other variables, predicted the mean CFU count.CONCLUSIONSConventional chlorhexidine scrub and waterless hand rub were superior to a conventional povidone–iodine product in bacterial inhibition. We recommend using conventional chlorhexidine scrub as a standard method for perioperative hand antisepsis. Waterless hand rub may be used if the higher cost is affordable.Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol 2017;38:417–422


2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (7) ◽  
pp. 1088-1092
Author(s):  
Umi Budi Rahayu ◽  
Samekto Wibowo ◽  
Ismail Setyopranoto

BACKGROUND: Early mobilisation (EM) after-ischemic stroke is a motor learning intervention aimed to restore nerve cells and to improve balance and functional ability. Unfortunately, the study of when this intervention began has not been widely studied. AIM: On this study was compared the effect of EM started at 24 hours and 48 hours after an ischemic stroke on balance and functional ability. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Randomized controlled trial involving 40 patients on 2 groups meeting predefined inclusion criteria. The levels of balance were measured using the Berg Balance Scale, and the functional ability was measured using the Barthel Index, at 5th and 7th day. RESULTS: A significant difference was observed in both balance (p = 0.038) and functional ability (p = 0.021) obtained on the 7th day of assessment between both groups. A significant difference on the 5th day was observed only in the functional ability (p = 0.002) and not in the balance (p = 0.147), between the groups. CONCLUSION: EM started at 24 hours after the ischemic stroke has been found to have a better impact on balance and functional ability compared to that at 48 hours.


2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 70
Author(s):  
Samah Nasser Abd El-Aziz El-Shora ◽  
Amina Mohamed Rashad El-Nemer

Background and aim: Hypotension during cesarean section (CS) under spinal anesthesia has been a subject of scientific study for more than 50 years and the search for the most effective strategy to achieve hemodynamic stability remains challenging. Aim: The study was carried out to apply leg wrapping technique for the prevention of spinal-induced hypotension (SIH) during CS.Methods: Randomized Controlled Trial design was utilized at cesarean delivery operating room Mansoura General Hospital in El-Mansoura City during the period from May 2018 to November 2018. A purposive sample of 88 pregnant women, assigned randomly to an intervention group (n = 44) in which their legs wrapped with elastic crepe bandage and control group (n = 44) in which no wrapping was done. Data collected for maternal, neonatal hemodynamic and signs of hypotension, the feasibility of application and cost analysis.Results: There was a statistically significant difference in the incidence of SIH and Ephedrine use among both groups (18.20% in leg wrapping group whereas 75% in control group). In addition, neonatal acidosis and NICU admission were less among leg wrapping group (11.40%, 9.10% respectively). Economically, leg wrapping technique was cost effective compared to the cost of the hospital regimen for treating SIH and admission to (NICU).Conclusion and recommendations: Leg wrapping technique was cost effective and an efficient method for decreasing SIH, neonatal acidosis and Ephedrine administration. It is recommended to apply leg wrapping technique in maternal hospitals' protocol of care for decreasing SIH during CS.


2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rémi Etienne ◽  
Myriam Laurent ◽  
Aline Henry ◽  
Antoine Bioy ◽  
Julia Salleron ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Neuropathic pain is characterized by spontaneous painful symptoms. Medical therapies include the use of a capsaicin 8% patch (Qutenza®, Grünenthal Gmbh, Germany), and patients may experience a sharp burning sensation at application and removal of the patch. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of playing a standardized hypnosis recording during application, on the pain and anxiety induced by capsaicin treatment. Methods In a randomized, controlled trial, we assessed the benefits of the intervention firstly on pain and secondly on anxiety, as measured using numerical rating scales. All patients had application of the capsaicin patch, including the possibility for the patient to apply a cold patch. Participants were randomly assigned to one of 3 groups, namely the “Standard group” (no intervention), “Hypnosis group”, in which a standardized hypnotic message was played during application, or the “Music group” in which relaxing music was played during application of the patch. Results Sixty-nine patients were included. Overall, there was no significant difference in pain scores between groups (p = 0.355). Compared to standard application, anxiety was significantly lower in the hypnosis group after application (p = 0.007), with no significant difference between the standard and music arms (p = 0.271), or between the hypnosis and music arms (p = 0.423). Conclusions Listening to a standardized hypnotic message during application of a capsaicin patch was found to significantly lower anxiety. These findings indicate that the use of a hypnotic message can reduce discomfort and warrant its evaluation in other indications of pain or anxiety during treatment procedures. Trial registration NCT02822625.


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