Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Mpox exposure and transmission in healthcare settings during the 2022 global outbreak.
- Journal:
- Current opinion in infectious diseases
- Year:
- 2023
- Authors:
- Zachary, Kimon C et al.
- Affiliation:
- Regional Emerging Special Pathogens Treatment Center.
Abstract
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The risk of nosocomial transmission of mpox during the 2022 global outbreak is not well described. We evaluated reports of exposures to healthcare personnel (HCP) and patients in healthcare settings and risk of transmission. RECENT FINDINGS: Reported nosocomial transmission of mpox has been rare and associated primarily with sharps injuries and breaches in transmission-based precautions. SUMMARY: Currently recommended infection control practices, including the use of standard and transmission-based precautions in the care of patients with known or suspected mpox are highly effective. Diagnostic sampling should not involve the use of needles or other sharp instruments.
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