Because:
- The Average Incremental Cost of an HAI (Healthcare-Associated Infection) is an estimated $13,9731
- Nearly 75% of all patient rooms are contaminated with MRSA2 (Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus - an antibiotic-resistant infection)
- Healthcare facilities that invest in proven precautions gain a 10x financial return2
- Each case of MRSA costs facilities and patients an estimated total of $34,9003
- 98% of chronic wounds are contaminated with aerobic organisms4
- The cost of a non-healing chronic ulcer is an estimated $40,0005
Benefits of Covidien AMD™ Antimicrobial Dressings:
- EFFECTIVE – Proven effective at preventing colonization in the dressing by bacteria such as MRSA, VRE & Acinetobacter baumannii and more
- PROACTIVE - Minimize the social risks and financial impacts of treating infections
- HELPS IMPROVE CLINICAL OUTCOMES – Provide a cleaner wound environment
- SIMPLE – Compliant with existing protocol
- COST SAVING – Helping to reduce just one infection can save $13,9731
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Prevention vs. Treatment
Hospitals often rely on expensive silver dressings and antibiotics to fight infections. But why treat when you can help prevent? Covidien AMD™ Antimicrobial Dressings offer a proactive approach to keeping wounds clean.
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Infection Costs
Infections aren’t just dangerous to patients and health workers — they’re also expensive. Find out how much HAIs are costing your facility and how using Covidien AMD™ Antimicrobial Dressings on every wound can save money.
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Infection Statistics
SSIs, burns, chronic wounds and exit sites are some of the most vulnerable to infection. Learn facts everyone should know!
Make Covidien AMD™ Antimicrobial Dressings part of your infection control plan today.
