A Comparative Clinical Study of the Value of 4% Chlorhexidine Gluconate, a Povidone-iodine-containing Detergent, and a Nongermicidal Soap as Handwashing Agents for Prevention of Nosocomial Infection in a Critical Care Unit |
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