Nosocomial infections (NIs), also known as hospital-acquired infections (HAIs), are likely to spread across the hospital during patients’ stay , increasing their stay length as well as the morbidity and mortality rates. Parasitic, fungal, and bacterial infections are managed mostly with antimicrobials. However, antimicrobial-resistant nosocomial infections are becoming more common in Middle Eastern nations, a growing cause of concern among healthcare practitioners.
The spread of NIs is linked to the virulence of the pathogen and other patient-related or procedure-related factors. The rising prevalence of improper antibiotic use, overuse, poor adherence, and insufficient dosages lead to antibiotic resistance, posing serious health risks to patients and society at large. Recent literature aimed to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the literature on the frequency of nosocomial…
