We analyzed efficacy of a centralized surveillance infection prevention (CSIP) program in a healthcare system on healthcare-associated infection (HAI) rates amid the coronavirus disease 2019 (Covid-19) pandemic. HAI rates were variable in CSIP and non-CSIP facilities. Central-line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI), C. difficile infection (CSI), and surgical-site infection (SSI) rates were negatively correlated with Covid-19 intensity in CSIP facilities.
Snyder GM, Wagester S, Harris PL, et al. Antimicrob Steward Healthc Epidemiol 2023;3(1):e72. Doi : 10.1017/ash.2023.139.