Evaluating infection control programs for urinary tract infections at Sohag University Hospital

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of an infection control program designed to reduce the incidence of catheter-associated urinary tract infections (CAUTIs) among hospitalized patients requiring urinary catheterization. The intervention involves implementing specific infection control measures at Sohag University Hospital. Adult patients who are catheterized during their hospitalization will be monitored for CAUTIs to determine the program's impact on infection rates.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

Adult patients (≥ 18 years) who are catheterized during their hospitalization. Patients who provide informed consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

Patients with a known history of urinary tract infections prior to hospitalization.

Patients who have indwelling catheters for more than 14 days before the study. Patients with urinary tract anomalies or other conditions that may affect infection rates.

Where it's running

• Sohag University Hospitals
  Sohag, Sohag Governorate, Egypt Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Mohamed mahmoud mohamed Mosleh, MBBCH
• Email: nmosleh41@gmail.com
• Phone: 00201003565342

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.