Infection Risk Associated With Digestive MDRO Carriage in Hospitalized Patients
Association Between Digestive MDRO Carriage and Infection Risk in Hospitalized Patients: A Single-Center Prospective Analysis
Valeriu Gheorghita
400 participants
Jan 1, 2026
OBSERVATIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This study aims to evaluate the impact of digestive carriage of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO) on the risk of healthcare-associated infections in hospitalized adult patients. Patients will be screened at admission, weekly, and at discharge, with a 30-day post-discharge follow-up. The findings will support infection prevention and control strategies in Romanian hospitals.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria3
- years
- Admitted to participating wards
- Signed informed consent
Exclusion Criteria1
- withdrawal
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Interventions
Repeated rectal swab collection for screening digestive colonization with multidrug-resistant organisms (MDRO), performed at admission (or within 14 days prior), on day 7, weekly during hospitalization, and at discharge.
Structured phone interview conducted 30 days post-discharge, using a standardized questionnaire assessing new infections, rehospitalizations, antibiotic use, and self-rated health status.
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NCT07134270