Powerful combination of KLORESE and
PerfectCLEAN wiper is essential in the battle against deadly fungal
infections
NORTHBROOK, Ill., April 30,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Independent testing shows that
UMF|PerfectCLEAN's KLORESE™ cleaner-disinfectant combined with
a PerfectCLEAN wiper eliminates the deadly fungus Candida
auris (C. auris) in less than one minute. Performed
by leading contract services organization Integrated Pharma
Services, the testing is further proof that KLORESE and
PerfectCLEAN are the perfect combination for cleaning and
disinfecting any surface in a healthcare facility.
C. auris on the rise in healthcare
Research indicates that a rise in severe fungal infections
such as C. auris has resulted in more than 150 million cases
annually and almost 1.7 million fatalities globally. According to
the World Health Organization (WHO), multi-drug resistant
Candida species including C. auris cause many preventable
healthcare-associated infections (pHAIs).
Recognizing such fungal infections as a widespread threat to the
entire healthcare system, the WHO issued a call to action for the
healthcare community to protect people from such fungi. Cleaning
and disinfecting patient care environments are primary
infection control measures for preventing the transmission of C.
auris in healthcare settings.
KLORESE + PerfectCLEAN: A powerful combination for
eliminating C. auris
"Our testing results
demonstrated that a PerfectCLEAN wiper combined with KLORESE,
an EPA-registered cleaner-disinfectant, is capable of complete
removal of C. auris from surfaces, retaining it in
the wiper where it is exposed to KLORESE, which
eliminated 100% of the C. auris in one
minute or less," said Dr. Mina Izadjoo, president and chief science
officer at Integrated Pharma Services.
KLORESE and a PerfectCLEAN wiper help eliminate and
prevent C. auris by:
- Preventing surface transmission: C.
auris can persist on surfaces for long periods. Thorough
cleaning and disinfection reduce the chance of transmission from
contaminated surfaces to patients, healthcare workers, and
visitors.
- Reducing cross-contamination: Environmental surfaces can
serve as reservoirs for C. auris, allowing it to transfer to
hands, medical equipment, and other surfaces. Effective cleaning
and disinfection help minimize cross-contamination, preventing the
introduction of the pathogen into new areas.
- Protecting vulnerable populations: Individuals with
weakened immune systems, such as patients in intensive care units
or those undergoing invasive medical procedures, are at increased
risk of C. auris infections. Cleaning and disinfecting
surfaces in their surroundings are critical for protecting these
vulnerable populations from exposure to the pathogen.
- Combatting Drug Resistance: C. auris is
often resistant to multiple antifungal medications, making
infections challenging to treat. Thorough cleaning and disinfection
mitigate the spread of drug-resistant strains and preserve the
efficacy of current treatments.
"The result of this testing further validates KLORESE combined
with PerfectCLEAN wipers as essential in the fight against
pHAIs such as C. auris," said UMF|PerfectCLEAN CEO
George Clarke. "With this powerful
combination, Environmental Services teams can safely, effectively,
and efficiently clean and disinfect surfaces throughout the
healthcare facility. KLORESE and the PerfectCLEAN wiper are the
only tools required to clean and disinfect any surface in any
room."
Added Clarke, "While patient health and safety is the utmost
priority, the cost to treat C. auris and other pHAIs
is considerable due to extended hospital stays, intensive care,
diagnostic tests, and expensive medications. Effective
environmental cleaning and disinfection help mitigate such costs by
mitigating the risk of such infections."
Reach out to learn how KLORESE and PerfectCLEAN can help
your organization eliminate and prevent pHAIs such as C.
auris.
About UMF|PerfectCLEAN
UMF|PerfectCLEAN is the
leader in the research and development of high-performance
products, programs, and training for the infection prevention and
commercial cleaning markets. Through extensive testing, exhaustive
analysis, and the commitment of significant human and financial
resources, UMF|PerfectCLEAN has merged new technologies with
innovative product designs that are reinventing clean™.
UMF|PerfectCLEAN is a proud strategic partner of the Association
for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
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