Value of Infection Control Programs on Infection Associated with Urinary Tract Catheterization in Sohag University Hospital

Value of Infection Control Programs on Infection Associated with Urinary Tract Catheterization in Sohag University Hospital

The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of an infection control program implemented at Sohag University Hospital in reducing the incidence of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) among patients requiring urinary catheterization.

Inclusion Criteria:

Adult patients (≥ 18 years) who are catheterized during their hospitalization. Patients who provide informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with a known history of urinary tract infections prior to hospitalization.

Patients who have indwelling catheters for more than 14 days before the study. Patients with urinary tract anomalies or other conditions that may affect infection rates.