Biofilm is complex and consists of bacterial colonies that reside in an exopolysaccharide
matrix that attaches to foreign surfaces in a living organism. Biofilm frequently leads to …

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is emerging as the next potential pandemic. Different
microorganisms, including the bacteria Acinetobacter baumannii, Clostridioides difficile …

Catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) is the most common healthcare-
associated infection and cause of secondary bloodstream infections. Despite many …

Objectives: Describe the pathophysiology of hospital-acquired infections. Review the
laboratory tests used in the evaluation of hospital-acquired infections. Summarize the …

The rapid detection and species-level differentiation of bacterial pathogens facilitates
antibiotic stewardship and improves disease management. Here, we develop a rapid …

Microbial adhesion to medical devices is common for hospital-acquired infections,
particularly for urinary catheters. If not properly treated these infections cause complications …

Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTI) are a significant healthcare burden
affecting millions of patients annually. CAUTI are characterized by infection of the bladder …

Urinary catheters are common medical devices, whose main function is to drain the bladder.
Although they improve patients' quality of life, catheter placement predisposes the patient to …

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) comprises a set of symptoms that pose significant risk
factors for various diseases, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer …

Catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs), a common cause of healthcare-
associated infections, are caused by a diverse array of pathogens that are increasingly …