burden of catheter associated urinary tract infection by candida Albicans and non Albicans with emphasis on biofilm formation and antifungal sensitivity pattern

Abstract

Candida spp. is generally found in humans; however, when the host's immune system is compromised, the pathogen infects the host, earning it the name opportunistic pathogen. It can also be found on the surfaces of biomaterials such as catheters, Venflon, intravenous tubes, dentures, and blood bags in a medical setting. It infects people who have been admitted to the hospital. This causes major health problems for the patients and raises morbidity and mortality rates over time. Those who take antifungal medications for this infection on a regular basis acquire resistant to the drugs. Candida albicans and non-Candida albicans were found to predominate in distinct clinical samples in this investigation. The goal of this cross-sectional study, which took place at the Index Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Indore, was to determine the burden of catheter associated urinary tract infection by candida albicans and non albicans with emphasis on biofilm formation. CAUTI is a prevalent complication in critically ill individuals. In order to reduce the incidence of catheter-related UTI, the focus should be on appropriate catheter maintenance and lowering catheterization length rather than prophylactic. In the treatment of CAUTI, culture and susceptibility testing are crucial.