2 stories tagged #Infection Risk

  1. Catheter Reinsertion, Not Duration, Fuels CAUTI in Pelvic Fracture Patients
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    Catheter Reinsertion, Not Duration, Fuels CAUTI in Pelvic Fracture Patients

    New study reveals that repeated urinary catheter insertion, not how long it stays in, significantly increases infection risk for pelvic fracture patients.

    last mo. 1 min read
  2. Obesity Fuels 1 in 10 Global Infection Deaths, New Study Reveals
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    Obesity Fuels 1 in 10 Global Infection Deaths, New Study Reveals

    A major study links obesity to a significantly higher risk of severe infections, hospitalization, and death, highlighting potential impacts on the immune system and the need for further research.

    3mo ago 2 min read