Abstract
We describe and compare the epidemiology of catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) occurring in non-intensive care unit (ICU) versus ICU wards in a network of community hospitals over a 2-year period. Overall, 72% of cases of CAUTI occurred in non-ICU patients, which indicates that this population is an important target for dedicated surveillance and prevention efforts.
Publication types
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Comparative Study
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Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Catheter-Related Infections / epidemiology*
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Cross Infection / epidemiology*
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Female
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Hospital Departments / statistics & numerical data
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Hospitals, Community / statistics & numerical data*
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Humans
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Incidence
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Intensive Care Units / statistics & numerical data*
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Southeastern United States / epidemiology
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Urinary Catheterization / adverse effects
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Urinary Tract Infections / epidemiology*
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Young Adult