Compliance with Handwashing in Intensive Care Unit in University Hospitals of La Havana

Observational study to determine handwashing′s compliance was carry out in Intensive Care Units of Havana University Hospitals. Compliance with social and hygienic handwashing was 62,9 % and 58,1 %, better in neonatal ICUs (95,2 %), and in nurses (66,4 %). Is necessary to strengthen educational program and apply interventional strategies.