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Enhance your knowledge of infection prevention with our comprehensive glossary. Find definitions and expand your understanding of hygiene terms. Equip yourself for hospital work.

Surgical hand preparation in the operating room (OR) is crucial for preventing surgical site infections. While traditional methods involved intense scrubbing, modern guidelines recommend alcohol-based hand rubs. Discover the importance of proper hand hygiene in the OR to reduce infection risks.

In our overview you will find important links to federal authorities, associations, and working groups related to infection prevention and control in Germany as well as international authorities and associations.