Infection prevention in cystic fibrosis

New publications examining the issue of infection prevention and control in cystic fibrosis

Recurrent pulmonary infection is common in cystic fibrosis and causes inflammation and tissue damage which may ultimately lead to respiratory failure and death.

We have been looking at the evidence for preventing infection and have recently published the two papers:

• Infection prevention and control in cystic fibrosis: a systematic review of interventions
  This review includes 36 studies and seven guidelines which examine strategies for prevention such as segregation, hand hygiene and protective equipment.
• Pro Con debates in clinical medicine – Infection prevention and control  in cystic fibrosis: One size fits all? The argument against
  This review asks if we can balance the risks and benefits of introducing strict infection control policies.