Prevalence survey of healthcare associated infections in a large teaching hospital
Background
Healthcare Associated Infection (HAI) is the most frequent adverse event in healthcare settings. It is associated with an increased mortality and antimicrobial resistance, prolonged hospital stays and consistent financial loss for the healthcare systems. The objective of this study was to estimate the burden of HAIs and antimicrobial use in the Teaching Hospital Policlinico Umberto I (THPUI) of Rome to identify the most critical areas for interventions.
Methods