By Ethan Covey
Combating catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) in the hospital requires a multifaceted and collaborative strategy, according to a new study.
CAUTIs are among the most common hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and have received increased attention due to public health concerns and reimbursement implications. A team of Cleveland Clinic investigators developed and implemented a plan to decrease rates of CAUTIs at the institution. The team, which was composed of