Analysis of two sequential SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks on a haematology-oncology ward and the role of infection prevention

• Main Authors: W.C. van der Zwet (Author), E.A. Klomp-Berens (Author), A.M.P. Demandt (Author), J. Dingemans (Author), B.M.J.W. van der Veer (Author), L.B. van Alphen (Author), J.A.M.C. Dirks (Author), P.H.M. Savelkoul (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Elsevier, 2024-03-01T00:00:00Z.
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Summary: Two SARS-CoV-2 nosocomial outbreaks occurred on the haematology ward of our hospital. Patients on the ward were at high risk for severe infection because of their immunocompromised status. Whole Genome Sequencing proved transmission of a particular SARS-CoV-2 variant in each outbreak. The f...