Recognizing the significant role environmental contamination by carbapenem-resistant gram-negative bacteria (CR-GNB) plays in healthcare-associated infections in intensive care units (ICUs), this article presents findings from a comprehensive surveillance study conducted in the ICU of a tertiary hospital over a four-year period, extending from January 2019 to December 2022.
The study began by collecting clinical specimens, including…
A surge in healthcare-associated infections, primarily traced back to Multidrug-resistant (MDR) Acinetobacter baumannii, came to light during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. A particular increase was observed in intensive care units (ICUs). The facilitators promoting the spread of A. baumannii included infected surfaces or patients, and notably, via healthcare workers' hands.
Consequently, a comprehensive study was conducted analyzing…