Intends to achieve Zero Hepatitis C Transmission in dialysis unit
Delhi-based NU Hospitals has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in infection control by eliminating Hepatitis C virus (HCV) transmission among maintenance hemodialysis patients. This achievement was made possible through a strategic partnership with MedLern, whose advanced digital training platform and tools played a transformative role in ensuring comprehensive adherence to infection control protocols.
A recent clinical audit conducted at NU Hospitals revealed an incredible shift from high-risk scenarios to a zero-infection environment. This transformation was driven by the implementation of evidence-based protocols and rigorous staff training facilitated by MedLern’scutting-edge digital solutions.
For patients undergoing dialysis, the risks of HCV transmission are significant, with nearly one in five cases resulting from challenges in maintaining strict hand hygiene and infection control during complex procedures. NU Hospitals’ success in eliminating these risks sets a new benchmark for patient safety in dialysis care.
The hospital’s zero-infection protocol included advanced measures such as real-time hand hygiene monitoring, individualized patient supply management, and strategic cohort nursing for HCV patients. Closed-circuit surveillance systems, enhanced machine cleaning procedures, and robust blood spill management protocols further fortified this strategy. Achieving consistent adherence to these protocols required innovative training and knowledge dissemination, which MedLern provided through its intuitive digital tools.
Dr Prasanna Venkatesh, MD and Senior Consultant Paediatric Urologist, NU Hospitals, emphasised the importance of the collaboration, stating, “MedLern’s Healthcare Education Digital Platform has fundamentally revolutionized our staff training approach. Their innovative platform enables consistent, real-time updates of critical infection control protocols, ultimately saving lives and substantially improving patient safety.”
Deepak Sharma, CEO, MedLern, highlighted the broader implications of the partnership, saying, “Our Digital Healthcare Training Platform is strategically designed to bridge critical knowledge gaps in healthcare settings, ensuring intuitive dissemination and retention of knowledge from the classroom to the point of care. This collaboration with NU Hospitals demonstrates how innovative technology can comprehensively transform infection control strategies and ultimately save lives.”
