Researcher at Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Details Research in Bacterial Infections and Mycoses (Technologies to decontaminate bacterial biofilm on hospital surfaces: a potential new role for cold plasma?).

A recent report from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland discusses the challenge of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) caused by bacteria such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Clostridioides difficile. The study explores the potential use of cold atmospheric pressure plasma (CAPP) as a technology to decontaminate hospital surfaces and remove biofilms. While there is promise for CAPP in surface decontamination, further research is needed to better understand its mechanism of action, determine the most effective surfaces for treatment, and assess its use in clinical settings. This information may be valuable for researchers and healthcare professionals seeking to address the issue of HCAIs. [Extracted from the article]