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Catheter-associated urinary tract infections among intensive care patients
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Zagłębie Cancer Center – Specialist Hospital named after Sz. Starkiewicz, Poland
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Faculty of Medical Sciences in Katowice, MedTech Scientific Society, Center for Distance Learning and Analysis of Educational Outcomes, Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
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Doctoral School of the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland
Submission date: 2025-03-30
Final revision date: 2025-08-20
Acceptance date: 2025-09-02
Publication date: 2026-06-30
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Ksawery Adamiec
Zagłębie Cancer Center – Specialist Hospital
named after Sz. Starkiewicz, 13 Szpitalna St., 41-300 Dąbrowa Górnicza
LW 2026;104(2):110-113
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Catheter-associated urinary tract infections are a major healthcare concern, particularly in hospitals and intensive care units (ICUs), despite significant educational and preventive efforts. They remain a significant concern in intensive care units settings due to factors such as prolonged catheterization, compromised immunity, and underlying medical conditions. Symptoms of catheter-associated urinary tract infections in intensive care unit patients can vary and may include fever, dysuria, haematuria and lower abdominal discomfort. Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Candida albicans are the primary pathogens responsible for catheter-associated urinary tract infections. Catheterized intensive care unit patients are at increased risk of developing catheter-associated urinary tract infections, which contribute to higher morbidity, mortality, and extended hospital stays. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are crucial to prevent complications
associated with untreated urinary tract infections.