BioCote®, the leading brand for silver antimicrobial product protection, exhibited at Healthcare Ireland 2009, showcasing the wide range of BioCote® protected products available.
BioCote Ltd shared details of the first ever study that demonstrated how using BioCote® protected products in a hospital environment resulted in a reduction in bacterial contamination. The pilot study was carried out by the Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust and BioCote Ltd and compared bacterial counts in two out-patient departments. Department A was furnished with a variety of silver treated products including blinds, tiles, door handles, sack holders and light switches, whilst unit B contained standard, untreated items. After one year, bacterial counts were 95.8% lower in unit A, containing BioCote® protected products, compared to unit B, with no BioCote® present.
The study highlights how BioCote® protected products can reduce levels of bacterial contamination, leading to a more hygienic environment for patients. Fewer bacteria can also help reduce the risks of cross-contamination and consequently the risks of patients being infected with "superbugs" such as MRSA.
