Microbial Contamination of Door Handles: A Global Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Public and Healthcare Settings.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The public health risk of microbial contamination of fomites is evident from the numerous fomite-associated outbreaks that have occurred in several countries. Despite the high-touch nature of door handles across various settings, no comprehensive synthesis of contamination rates and microbial profiles has been performed.

Aim

The aim of this work was to assess the prevalence and types of microbial contamination on door handles in public and healthcare settings.

Methods

We systematically searched PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus for studies published up to July 2024. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted according to the PRISMA guidelines. Pooled prevalence estimates were calculated via a random-effects model, and subgroup analyses were perfo

SUBMITTER: Appiah PO 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12035165 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature