At a glance
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Household vs. Individual Approach to Decolonization of Community-acquired Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating 2% Mupirocin Ointment, 4% Chlorhexidine liquid soap, and 1 other intervention for Staphylococcal Skin Infections and 4 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 183 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether measures to eliminate the Staph germ from the skin of the index patient (with a special ointment and soap) are more effective when performed by everyone in the household rather than the patient alone, and whether these methods are effective in preventing future Staph infections. The investigators hypothesize that there will be a greater number of households who are successful in eradicating the staph germ from the index patient when all members of the household participate than households where only the index patient is treated.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Apply ointment to the anterior nares twice daily for 5 days.
Bathe with liquid soap daily for 5 days.
Follow key hygiene tips indefinitely. Tips are: * Throw out all lotions or creams that you dip your hands into and replace with pumps or pour bottles. * Use liquid(pour or pump) soaps instead of bar soaps. * Wash hands frequently or use hand sanitizer(with more than %60 alcohol) such as Germ-X or Purell. * Do not share personal care items such as razors and brushes. * Wash all sheets and towels in hot water. Wash sheets every week. * Use towels and wash cloths only once before washing and do not share.