Comparing Incidence of Peritoneal Dialysis Related Infection between Users of Chlorhexidine versus Non-Chlorhexidine Based Hand Wash, A Single Centre Audit
Applied/Translational Research
Care Process & Redesign
Singapore Health Biomedical Congress
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2021
Evaluate the incidence of Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)-related infections between users of chlorhexidine and. NCH hand wash is a viable alternative with potential benefits for reducing PD-related infections.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Applied/Translational Research, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Quantitative Research, Value Based Care, International Patient Safety Goals, Safe Care
About this Content
Aims
Evaluate the incidence of Peritoneal Dialysis (PD)-related infections between users of chlorhexidine and non-chlorhexidine-based hand wash.
Background
PD-related infections like peritonitis and exit-site infections remain significant complications. Hand hygiene agent impact is under-researched.
Methods
Retrospective cohort study comparing infection rates among 166 PD patients using CH or NCH hand wash. Data collected through records and interviews.
Results
NCH hand wash associated with lower peritonitis incidence; CH and NCH groups showed no significant difference in exit-site infection rates.
Conclusion
NCH hand wash is a viable alternative with potential benefits for reducing PD-related infections.
Lessons Learnt
Improved tolerance to NCH hand wash may lead to better compliance, reducing peritonitis.
Additional Information
Silver Award (SHBC 2021 - Nursing). Proposed further randomized trials for more conclusive evidence.
Keywords
Chlorhexidine, Non-Chlorhexidine, Peritoneal Dialysis, Infection Control
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
Platform(s) | Singapore Health Biomedical Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing, Medical |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Urology |
Project Lead(s) | Kelly Lim |
Project Member(s) | Wang Shaowei |
Connect with this contributor!
Kelly Lim - Kelly_lim@ttsh.com.sg
Project Attachment
C410_TTSH_SHBC_2021_Comparing_Incidence_of_Peritoneal_Dialysis_Related_Infection.pdf