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Strategies for Preventing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections in Hospitals Across the United States

  • By

  • Sanjay Saint

  • M. Todd Greene

  • Sarah L. Krein

  • Kristin Chrouser

  • Karen E. Fowler

  • David Ratz

  • Jennifer Meddings

  • October 6, 2026

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    Catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) is a common and costly healthcare-associated infection in hospitals.

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    Evidence-based strategies for CAUTI reduction include avoiding unnecessary catheter use and maintaining aseptic techniques.

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    Surveys conducted since 2005 assess CAUTI prevention practices in US hospitals, including all Department of Veterans Affairs facilities.

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    The 2025 survey will evaluate the implementation of CAUTI prevention strategies across a new sample of 900 hospitals.

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    Comparative analysis between VA and nonfederal hospitals may reveal differences in CAUTI prevention practice adoption.

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Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection Prevention Practices in US Hospitals

  • by Sanjay Saint, M. Todd Greene, Sarah L. Krein, Kristin Chrouser, Karen E. Fowler, David Ratz, Jennifer Meddings

  • October 6, 2026

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