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Table 1 CFU of sample sites before and after sanitation

From: Effectiveness of an innovative system for the bio-decontamination of the ICU

Sample sites

Before UFC/cm2

After UFC/cm2

Mattress

104

<0.5

Vital parameters monitor

5,000

<0.5

Wall

2,000

<0.5

Bed rail

<0.5

<0.5

Bed remote control

<0.5

<0.5

Ventilator screen

5,000

<0.5

Ventilator chassis

104

<0.5

Infusion pump

<0.5

<0.5