Tag: Hospital-Acquired Infections
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Study Highlights Colonization and Spread of Resistant Bacteria in NICUs
Overview Recent research shines a light on how resistant bacteria establish themselves in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs) and how they spread between patients and surfaces. The findings underscore the ongoing struggle against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in one of the most vulnerable patient populations: newborns. Understanding colonization dynamics in NICUs is essential for improving infection…
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Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index: Predicting Outcomes in Elderly with Bloodstream Infections
Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index: A Valuable Predictor for Elderly with Bloodstream Infections Malnutrition is a common and critical determinant of outcomes in hospitalized patients, especially among the elderly. While bloodstream infections (BSIs) pose severe risks on their own, nutritional status may amplify vulnerability and hinder recovery. The Geriatric Nutritional Risk Index (GNRI) is a simple,…