The nose is not the only relevant MRSA screening site

被引:13
作者
Ide, L. [1 ]
Lootens, J. [1 ]
Thibo, P. [1 ]
机构
[1] Jan Palfijn Ziekenhuis Gent, Infect Control Dept, Ghent, Belgium
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STAPHYLOCOCCUS-AUREUS; METHICILLIN-RESISTANT; THROAT SWABS;
D O I
10.1111/j.1469-0691.2009.02954.x
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R51 [传染病];
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100401 ;
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