Batra Nitish, Acharya Sourya, Ahuja Abhinav, Saboo Keyur
Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education & Research, Wardha, IND.
Cureus. 2024 Jan 30;16(1):e53224. doi: 10.7759/cureus.53224. eCollection 2024 Jan.
This comprehensive review explores the complex dynamics of nosocomial infections in individuals with sickle cell anemia (SCA) and advocates for a collaborative strategy to enhance prevention. SCA patients, marked by compromised immunity and susceptibility to infections, face unique challenges that necessitate tailored preventive measures. The review underscores the importance of vaccination, antibiotic prophylaxis, education, and environmental hygiene in mitigating the risk of nosocomial infections. Addressing socioeconomic factors, healthcare system limitations, patient-related issues, and cultural considerations is imperative for effective prevention. The call to action emphasizes the pivotal roles of healthcare professionals, policymakers, researchers, and community engagement in implementing targeted interventions. By fostering a collective effort, this review envisions an improved landscape for infection prevention in SCA patients, enhancing their overall health outcomes and quality of life.
本综述全面探讨了镰状细胞贫血（SCA）患者医院感染的复杂动态，并倡导采取协作策略加强预防。SCA患者免疫力受损且易受感染，面临着独特的挑战，需要采取针对性的预防措施。该综述强调了疫苗接种、抗生素预防、教育和环境卫生在降低医院感染风险方面的重要性。解决社会经济因素、医疗系统限制、患者相关问题和文化因素对于有效预防至关重要。行动呼吁强调了医疗保健专业人员、政策制定者、研究人员和社区参与在实施针对性干预措施中的关键作用。通过促进集体努力，本综述设想改善SCA患者的感染预防状况，提高他们的整体健康结果和生活质量。
