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September 12, 2025International Journal of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance

An Observational Study on Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in a Medical ICU at a Tertiary Care Center

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GSGajipara Vimal ShantibhaiM. P. Shah Medical CollegeJPJignesh PatelStony Brook University HospitalDCDharmendra Chhaniyara

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Observational study evaluates CAUTI incidence and microbial profiles in ICU patients, highlighting antimicrobial resistance.

Key Points

  • A significant incidence of catheter-associated urinary tract infections was found in ICU patients, particularly after prolonged catheterization.
  • Microbial analysis revealed E. coli as the predominant pathogen, with a notable resistance profile indicating the challenge of managing CAUTI effectively.
  • This prospective observational study included 100 catheterized patients, enabling a detailed analysis of infection patterns and antibiotic susceptibility testing.
  • Findings emphasize the urgent need for enhanced infection control measures and antimicrobial stewardship to combat rising antibiotic resistance.

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Shantibhai et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d41ed2713b0b5dfea67b59https://doi.org/10.25258/ijpqa.16.1.12
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