Epidemiology of infection and current guidelines for infection prevention in cystic fibrosis patients

K Schaffer - Journal of Hospital Infection, 2015 - Elsevier
The spectrum of bacterial pathogens encountered in cystic fibrosis (CF) lung disease has
expanded over the last decade. In addition to established pathogens, such as
Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Burkholderia cepacia complex and Staphylococcus aureus,
novel Gram-negative non-fermenter bacteria and non-tuberculous mycobacteria have
gained in clinical significance. Air sampling performed in inpatient and outpatient clinics,
and analysis of cough aerosols expelled by CF patients provides evidence for potential …