Scientific publications
Publications
In this section you will find a comprehensive collection of all the materials and publications related to our ongoing research.
Our research project is focused on exploring new materials and their potential applications in different fields. We believe that the development of new materials is crucial for addressing many of the challenges facing antimicrobial resistance in nursing homes.
We believe that collaboration and sharing of knowledge is key to advancing scientific research, and we are committed to contributing to the wider scientific community through our publications.
Our aim is to make our research as transparent and accessible as possible, and this section is an important part of that effort. We hope that you will find the materials and publications here informative and useful.
Thank you for visiting our Materials and Publications section, and we look forward to sharing our research with you.
Improving Antibiotic Use in Nursing Homes by Infection Prevention and Control and Antibiotic Stewardship (IMAGINE): Protocol for a Before-and-After Intervention and Implementation Study.
This study is set to make a significant impact on healthcare, aiming to reduce antibiotic misuse and improve infection control in nursing homes across Europe. With a focus on preventing healthcare-associated infections, we’re working hand-in-hand with healthcare professionals from 108 nursing homes in 8 countries.
Our approach? A multifaceted intervention including audits, expert-led training, and tailored materials for staff, residents, and families. The goal is to improve infection management and fight antimicrobial resistance #AMR at its roots.
Assessment of potentially unnecessary antibiotic use for suspected urinary tract infections in nursing homes using a simplified algorithm
Nursing home (NH) residents are frequently treated with antibiotics for urinary tract infections (UTIs), often due to overdiagnosis. The aim of this study was to evaluate the proportion of potentially unnecessary antibiotic use for suspected UTIs in NHs across eight European countries.
Diagnosing probable urinary tract infections in nursing home residents without indwelling catheters: a narrative review
Overdiagnosis of urinary tract infections (UTIs) is one of the most common reasons for the unnecessary use of antibiotics in nursing homes, increasing the risk of missing serious conditions. Various decision tools and algorithms aim to aid in UTI diagnosis and the initiation of antibiotic therapy for residents. However, due to the lack of a clear reference standard, these tools vary widely and can be complex, with some requiring urine testing. As part of the European-funded IMAGINE project, aimed at improving antibiotic use for UTIs in nursing home residents, we have reviewed the recommendations.
