FEATURE ARTICLES

At a recent Oxoid Infection Control Seminar, the problem of multidrug resistance in Gram-negative organisms was examined. The introduction of a new screening test aims to slow the spread of these bacteria, both within and between hospitals, as FIONA MACRAE reports.

It is essential that healthcare organisations have robust systems in place for managing patient confidentiality. This is not only a legal requirement but also an ethical one. The integrity of the healthcare system is based on mutual trust between clinician and patient. JOHN BEESLEY LLM Healthcare Law, BA (Hons) RGN explores organisational guidelines for information governance.

At the end of November last year the Department of Health released its consultation document Code of Practice for Promotion of NHS Services. With patient choice a central theme, The Clinical Services Journal takes a closer look at what the document has to say on this and other subjects.

With the move towards more non-invasive surgical techniques throughout medicine, BARRY THOMAS from Cook Incorporated discusses his company's Zenith stent grafts with Lesley Adair, and explains how the products are playing a crucial role in the growing demand for non-invasive endovascular treatment.