An evaluation of a toolkit for the early detection, management and control of carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae: a cross-sectional survey of NHS acute trusts in England.

CPE prevention and control requires robust IPC measures. Successful implementation can be hindered by a complex set of factors related to their practical execution, insufficient resources and a lack of confidence in the effectiveness of the guidance. Future CPE guidance would benefit from substantive user involvement, processes for ongoing feedback and regular guidance updates.