What is the Most Common Complication of Catheters? A Guide to CAUTIs
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 75% of urinary tract infections (UTIs) acquired in hospitals are associated with urinary catheters. A **catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI)** is undeniably the most common complication of catheters, posing a significant risk to patient health and recovery.
