ICU outbreak study reveals who is at risk for superbug colonization
NCT ID NCT07544342
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study looked at what makes ICU patients more likely to get Candida auris on their skin during an outbreak. Researchers screened 771 patients in the ICU using nose, armpit, and groin swabs. The goal was to find risk factors so hospitals can better protect vulnerable patients.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help hospitals identify which ICU patients are most at risk for Candida auris colonization during an outbreak.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only identifies risk factors, not how to prevent or treat the infection.
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Locations
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Barzilai Medical Center
Ashkelon, Israel
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