Prevention, Diagnosis and Treatment of Healthcare-Associated Infections
A special issue of Infectious Disease Reports (ISSN 2036-7449). This special issue belongs to the section "Infection Prevention and Control".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 5
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) continue to be a major global challenge, compromising patient safety and imposing a significant burden on healthcare systems. These infections, acquired during healthcare delivery, are associated with increased morbidity, mortality, prolonged hospital stays, and increased healthcare costs. Common HAIs include bloodstream infections, surgical site infections, ventilator-associated pneumonia, and catheter-associated urinary tract infections. While improvements in infection control practices have reduced their incidence in some settings, emerging antimicrobial resistance, protocol failures, and evolving healthcare delivery models continue to pose risks.
This Special Issue invites original research, reviews, and case studies focused on the prevention, diagnosis, management, and surveillance of HAIs. We welcome interdisciplinary contributions examining microbiological, clinical, environmental, and systemic factors affecting infection risk, as well as innovative strategies such as antimicrobial stewardship programs, rapid diagnosis, and behavioral interventions. Our aim is to promote the exchange of knowledge and highlight best practices that can inform policy and improve patient outcomes globally.
Prof. Dr. Emine Alp Meşe
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
- infection prevention and control
- antimicrobial resistance
- hospital epidemiology
- catheter-associated infections
- surgical site infections
- nosocomial infections
- hand hygiene compliance
- environmental disinfection
- patient safety
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