Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and athletes.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections have become an increasingly common condition among athletes. Physical contact, shared facilities and equipment, and hygienic practices of athletes all contribute to methicillin-resistant S. aureus transmission among sports participants. This review elucidates the risk factors predisposing to methicillin-resistant S. aureus infection in athletes and provides guidance for treatment and prevention.
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Eugene Brent
EB
Kirkland
Brian B
BB
Adams
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002353:Carrier State / Q000382:microbiology; D017714:Community-Acquired Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000635:transmission; D005260:Female; D005538:Football; D006801:Humans; D006920:Hygiene; D008297:Male; D016106:Methicillin Resistance; D012307:Risk Factors; D018461:Soft Tissue Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000635:transmission*; D013177:Sports; D019876:Sports Equipment; D013207:Staphylococcal Skin Infections / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000635:transmission*; D013211:Staphylococcus aureus / Q000187:drug effects*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents