[Demonstration of Legionella pneumophila in dental units].
42 dental units in 35 dentist practices were bacteriologically examined. Legionella of the species Legionella pneumophila--SG1 could be isolated from 4 dental units. Infection can occur during inhalation of finest aerosols, which are formed during the use of dental turbines and sprays.
D003740:Dental Clinics; D003748:Dental Equipment; D005860:Germany, West; D007875:Legionella / Q000254:growth & development / Q000302:isolation & purification*; D011549:Pseudomonas / Q000302:isolation & purification; D014871:Water Microbiology
Nachweis von Legionella pneumophila in Dentaleinheiten.