Evaluation of a low-intensity ultraviolet-C radiation device for decontamination of computer keyboards

American Journal of Infection Control
Aaron A ShaikhCurtis J Donskey

Abstract

Computer keyboards are a potential source for dissemination of pathogenic microorganisms. We demonstrated that a low-intensity ultraviolet-C (UV-C) radiation device was effective in reducing methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, carbapenem-resistant Escherichia coli, and Clostridium difficile spores on steel carriers and significantly reduced bacterial counts on in-use keyboards.

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Oct 16, 2016·American Journal of Infection Control·Lisa M LiElizabeth Bryce
Jan 31, 2019·Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology : the Official Journal of the Society of Hospital Epidemiologists of America·Jennifer L CadnumCurtis J Donskey
Dec 6, 2019·Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology : the Official Journal of the Society of Hospital Epidemiologists of America·Greg R FaulxCurtis J Donskey

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