Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Mary L Sample"
- Mary L Sample's research primarily focuses on healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) in hospital settings, particularly within pediatric and specialized units, highlighting the prevalence and impact of infections on patient populations.
- Key studies include a 2002 point-prevalence survey in Canadian acute care hospitals that assessed the rate of pediatric HAIs and an investigation into an outbreak of vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE) in a hematology-oncology unit, emphasizing the effectiveness of enhanced infection control measures.
- Her work also involves tracing infection sources, as demonstrated in a study identifying contaminated indigo-carmine dye as a reservoir for Burkholderia cepacia in an adult intensive care unit, showcasing the importance of environmental factors in infection control.
