Abstract
An infestation of scabies was found in Kumamoto National Hospital on January 8, 1992
To prevent the transmission, 112 persons including 51 inpatients, 5 outpatients, 17 nurses, 30 student nurses, 3 assistant nurses, 2 doctors, and 4 family members were examined. Nine definite and seventeen suspected cases were determined and they were treated well by 1% γ-BHC ointment, 10% Crotamiton and sulfur containing bathing. The following preventive measures were considered. 1) The scabies patients should be isolated from the other inpatients. 2) The gown and disposable gloves were recommended to wear at a time of medical care. 3) Underwears, clothes and bed sheets used by patients should be disinfected by autoclave after washing.
