A Method of Hospital Infection Surveillance Incorporating the Use of the Computer

Authors

Bruce W. Steinhauer
Frank Cox
George H. C. Stobie
Edward L. Quinn

Abstract

The records of all patients in the hospital on a particular date were studied for hospital-acquired infections. Results were compared with a continuing surveillance based on discharge reporting. Collection of data was programmed for analysis by using the hospital computer. Thirteen per cent of the patients manifested an infection after admission, but before or on the survey day. Results elsewhere are similar. Areas of the hospital with a relatively higher incidence of infection did not have clusters of particular pathogens.

Recommended Citation

Steinhauer, Bruce W.; Cox, Frank; Stobie, George H. C.; and Quinn, Edward L. (1967) "A Method of Hospital Infection Surveillance Incorporating the Use of the Computer," Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal : Vol. 15 : No. 2 , 139-147.
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