Gastrointestinal Infections in Healthcare Settings
Overview of Gastrointestinal Infections in Healthcare Settings
Acute Gastrointestinal infections may be caused by a variety of agents, including bacteria, viruses, and protozoa. However, only a few agents have been documented in nosocomial transmission (Table 5) Nosocomial transmission of agents that cause gastrointestinal infections usually results from contact with infected individuals, from consumption of contaminated food, water, or other beverages, or from exposure to contaminated objects or environmental surfaces. Airborne transmission may rarely occur.
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