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Screening for carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae in previous carriers readmitted to hospital: evaluation of a change in screening policy.
Journal of Hospital Infection 2019 April 28
Carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) are a growing problem in UK hospitals. Preventing transmission requires early detection. This study evaluates a new screening policy for patients with a history of blaKPC-associated CPE (KPC-CPE) in a higher incidence hospital. Previous policy assumed "once positive always positive". New policy uses rapid screening and risk assessment. Results show most (76.5%) patients with a history of KPC-CPE do not have detectable KPC-CPE on readmission or during their subsequent hospital stay but repeat screening after an initial negative result is required. The new policy takes a risk-based approach whilst prioritising isolation facilities in a higher incidence trust.
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