[Pseudomonas bacteremia developing after whirlpool bath].
Whirlpools may be responsible for transmission of microbial infections among the bathers if the technical hygienic conditions in the care of the bath are not observed. Two cases of infection with Pneudomonas bacteria were observed after use of whirlpools in a deluxe summer chalet. On the basis of the documented cases, the necessity for specific requirements concerning the installation, running and control of whirlpools used commercially should be considered. In their advisory brochures, the responsible authorities should ensure that the requirements made concerning whirlpools should be intensified so that these baths in summer chalets which are rented out should be subject to public control. Owners and users of whirlpools should be aware of the importance of meticulous hygiene in their care.