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Clinical studies show that a 4% CHG solution such as Hibiclens can help reduce facility infection rates, resulting in a significant economic gain. In large peer-reviewed studies, daily bathing with CHG showed significant reductions in infection rates:
- reduced C. difficile infections by 70%
- 61% lower incidence of primary bloodstream infections
- decreased methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) by 32%
- reduced vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE) by 50%
- 4% CHG begins begins to kill pathogens on contact
- Washes clean, leaving a layer of CHG protection without sticky residue
- Continues killing >99% of pathogens for up to 24 hours
- Results in a cumulative effect with repeat use, such as daily bathing
- Incorporates easily into a patient’s usual skin cleansing routine