Silent Passengers: MRSA Nasal Carriage in High-Risk Surgical Patients – Insights from a Six-Month Prospective Study

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10.18502/jmb.v13i4.20528
چکیده

Background : Nasal carriage of Staphylococcus aureus , particularly methicillin-resistant strains, poses significant risks for healthcare-associated infections in surgical wards. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA nasal carriage among patients in cardiothoracic and neurosurgery units.