International study 2025

Study overview:

A similar survey study has already been conducted in The Netherlands, revealing significant practice variation in replacing the catheter in CAUTI.

To further investigate this practice variation, we aim to explore practice variations in catheter management across different countries and medical specialties worldwide, as well as to assess the extent of these differences.

However, this recommendation is based on limited evidence as only four conflicting studies have been identified to investigate catheter replacement during CAUTI (“Catheter replacement in catheter-associated urinary tract infection: current state of evidence ” – PubMed).

To address this knowledge gap, a randomized controlled trial (REPLACE study) just started in The Netherlands aiming to provide an evidence-based recommendation for urinary catheter management during CAUTI treatment.

 Below, you will find the text and link which can be shared with colleagues for participation.

 Thank you in advance and please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

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To change or not to change?

 As a result of the widespread application of urinary catheterization, catheter-associated urinary tract infection (CAUTI) is the most common healthcare associated infection.

CAUTIs can have serious and sometimes fatal complications, such as bacteremia and urosepsis. However, the necessity of replacing a well-functioning catheter during antibiotic treatment for CAUTI, remains a subject of ongoing debate.

A previous survey conducted among urologists, microbiologists, geriatric specialists, and internists showed there is significant practice variation in the Netherlands regarding replacing the catheter in CAUTI.

 

We are interested in exploring the presence of practice variations in catheter management across different countries and medical specialties worldwide. And to assess the extent of these variations.

 

We kindly ask you to complete this survey which only takes 2 – 5 minutes: https://forms.office.com/e/MRCMwUb2UK

 

All responses will be collected anonymously and participating is voluntary.

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