Publications by authors named "Simona Arcidiacono"
Assist Inferm Ric
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study evaluated the effectiveness of bladder ultrasound for assessing urinary catheter placement and its impact on urinary tract infections and healthcare costs.
- The method involved a comparison between two groups of patients: one that had catheter placements without ultrasound and another that used ultrasound for placement.
- Results showed a significant decrease in inappropriate catheterization from 22.6% to 0%, a reduction in urinary tract infections from 8.5% to 6.3%, and a 74.2% decrease in associated costs, highlighting the benefits of integrating bladder ultrasound into clinical practice.
