Incidence and risk factors associated with healthcare associated infection of intensive care unit inpatients at Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital

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Retrospective analysis reveals high incidence of healthcare associated infections in ICU, highlighting significant risk factors.

The study found a substantial prevalence of healthcare associated infections, primarily driven by Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Analysis of 160 specimens resulted in 108 positive cultures, with notable antibiotic resistance patterns observed in Klebsiella pneumoniae.
Medical device use emerged as the most significant risk factor for healthcare associated infections in ICU patients.
The findings emphasize the urgent need to address antibiotic resistance, particularly among Carbapenem Resistant Organisms.

Saharman et al. (2025) studied this question.

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