Although data related to transmission of infections due to DUWL are under reported, it is still a threat especially to immunocompromised patients.4 This study has shown that the test chemicals can significantly reduce the biofilms compared with water, which suggest that flushing the unit with water alone will not be adequate.3,5,6 Many products containing disinfectants are available and they have been shown to have variable efficacy purely because of the unique nature of the DUWL system.4 It...
