FACTORS INFLUENCING THE DEVELOPMENT OF HOSPITAL-ACQUIRED INFECTIONS

The current growth and development of infectious diseases is due to the following factors: Creation of large hospital complexes. Daily and close interaction of diseases. Formation of a powerful and artificial transmission mechanism of infectious agents. This is due to invasive treatment and diagnostic methods. The use of complex equipment that requires special sterilization methods in treatment and diagnostics is also bearing fruit. The activity of the transmission mechanism of infectious agents. Especially in medical institutions, close interaction of patients and doctors, household contact, airborne transmission is possible. A person hospitalized with an undiagnosed infectious disease is the main source of infection. Uncontrolled use of antimicrobial drugs. Formation of microorganisms adapted to various drugs and adverse environmental factors. Decreased resistance and stability of the population to environmental changes and living conditions.