Effects of Disinfectants on Bacteria Isolated from the Hospital Environments
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https://doi.org/10.51699/ijbea.v3i3.82Keywords:
Hospital Environment, Microbial Contamination, Synthetic Disinfectants, Antibacterial Efficacy, Infection ControlAbstract
The hospital environment is a known reservoir for microbial contamination, particularly on inert surfaces, medical devices, and apparatus, posing significant health risks. This study addresses the antibacterial efficacy of four synthetic disinfectants—M.P.C. Hand Gel, M.P.C. Save Spray, Sani Wash, and Actoman Plus—against various bacterial strains isolated from Nasiriyah hospitals, including Gram-negative bacteria (Escherichia coli, Enterobacter spp., Acinetobacter spp.) and Gram-positive bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus). Despite the widespread use of disinfectants in healthcare settings, the comparative effectiveness of these specific products remains underexplored. Using standard microbiological techniques, the study evaluates the disinfectants' effectiveness against the targeted pathogens. Results indicate varying degrees of antibacterial activity, with implications for improving infection control protocols in hospital environments.
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