Central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI), ubiquitous yet preventable hospital-acquired infections, contribute to significant morbidity and healthcare expenditure, necessitating rigorous scrutiny. Recently, a study has delved into the disparities in CLABSI outcomes based on variables such as race, ethnicity, and hospital attributes. This study used data from the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database from 2016 to…
The landscape of antimicrobial stewardship is fraught with challenges, particularly for outpatient settings that often lack the necessary resources to support such initiatives. This distinct disparity is underscored by the fact that large hospitals and medical systems, with access to substantial staff, equipment, and funding, can efficiently implement and maintain antimicrobial stewardship programs, while outpatient…