Admitted patient with hantavirus has left the LUMC
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Latest update: May 28, 4:40 PM
Discharge of hantavirus patient from LUMC
The patient with hantavirus, who was admitted to the LUMC on Wednesday evening, May 6, has left the hospital. The discharge took place in accordance with RIVM guidelines.
More information about hantavirus can be found on the RIVM website.
Well prepared
The department where the patient was admitted is prepared to care for patients with severe infectious diseases. During the treatment of a patient with a suspected serious contagious disease at LUMC, all precautionary measures are taken to prevent spread.
In addition to isolation rooms for patients, all protective equipment for our staff is available. Treatment takes place in strict isolation, following the applicable protocols. LUMC has specialised isolation facilities. To ensure we remain well prepared, regular exercises are held to practise the admission of patients with possibly severe diseases.
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