Association between universal gloving and healthcare-associated infections: A systematic literature review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are a significant burden on healthcare facilities. Universal gloving is a horizontal intervention to prevent transmission of pathogens that cause HAI. In this meta-analysis, we aimed to identify whether implementation of universal gloving is associated with decreased incidence of HAI in clinical settings.

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted to find all relevant publications using search terms for universal gloving and HAIs. Pooled incidence rate ratios (IRRs) and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were calculated using random effects models. Heterogeneity was evaluated using the Woolf test and the I2 test.

Results

In total, 8 studies were included. These studies were moderately to substantially heterogeneo

SUBMITTER: Chang NN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12459995 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature