Hospital-Acquired Infections in the Elderly
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Epidemiology & Public Health".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 November 2025 | Viewed by 229
Special Issue Editors
Interests: geriatric medicine; infections in elderly; polypharmacy; interventions in elderly
Special Issues, Collections and Topics in MDPI journals
Interests: geriatric medicine; ageing health; infections in elderly; rehabilitation in elderly
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will comprehensively address the critical issue of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) in the elderly, reflecting the current research consensus and identifying core problems needing resolution. The elderly are particularly vulnerable to HAIs due to their weakened immune systems, their more frequent hospitalizations, and the presence of multiple comorbidities. This Special Issue will explore the epidemiology, risk factors, prevention strategies, and treatment options for HAIs in this demographic.
The core issues to be addressed include our understanding of the specific pathogens most responsible for HAIs in the elderly, improving diagnostic accuracy and speed, and developing tailored infection control protocols. Research gaps in the efficacy of current prevention and treatment methods also need to be addressed.
The scope of the current Special Issue encompasses a wide range of topics including microbial resistance patterns, the role of healthcare workers in infection transmission, and innovative approaches in infection control and patient care. Studies employing advanced methodologies, such as genomics and machine learning, to predict and manage HAIs are particularly encouraged.
Mobilization for this Special Issue involves engaging a multidisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and public health experts to contribute original research articles and reviews. Collaboration across institutions and regions will be vital for gathering diverse insights and advancing the field.
Dr. Nadya Kagansky
Guest Editor
Dr. Emily Lubart
Guest Editor Assistant
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Keywords
- hospital-acquired infections (HAIs)
- elderly patients
- infection control
- microbial resistance
- epidemiology
- risk factors
- prevention strategies
- treatment options
- diagnostic accuracy
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