Abstract
Background: Healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) pose a significant challenge, impacting patient safety and treatment effectiveness. This retrospective study investigates the correlation between preoperative hospital stays and HCAIs in ICU cardiac surgery patients. Methods: Medical records of 35 patients who died post-cardiac surgery in the ICU were analyzed, focusing on the duration of preoperative hospitalization. Results: Prolonged preoperative stays strongly correlate (r=0.993) with increased HCAIs, indicating a critical risk factor. Conclusions: The duration of preoperative hospital stays is pivotal in HCAI risk. Prospective multicenter studies are needed for validation, which is crucial for enhancing patient safety and treatment efficacy.
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Costantino, Maria; Piazza, Ornella; Coscioni, Enrico; Vozzella, Emilia Anna; Longanella, Walter; and Caro, Francesco De
(2024)
"Analyzing Pre-operative Hospital Stay and Incidence of Hospital Acquired Infection: A Retrospective Study,"
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https://doi.org/10.37825/2239-9747.1051
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