Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology
Infectious diseases require detailed anamnesis, detailed examination and diagnostic tests due to their diversity and ability to affect all organs. With correct diagnosis and treatment, most infectious diseases result in complete recovery. Treatment success is close to 100 percent.
What are Infectious Diseases?
The diseases that fall within the scope of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology specialization have a wide range. These include:
- Diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites
- Feverish illnesses, urinary tract infections
- Respiratory tract infections, flu, diarrhea
- Sexually transmitted diseases and screening after suspicious sexual intercourse
- Brain and spinal cord infections (meningitis, encephalitis, etc.)
- Joint inflammations, soft tissue and bone infections
- Intensive care unit infections, surgical site infections
- Diabetic foot infections
- HIV, AIDS, syphilis
- Jaundice (Hepatitis), typhoid, brucellosis, tuberculosis, etc.
- Post-travel infections and travel vaccines
- Adult immunization (vaccination) and travel medicine consultancy services are available.
Hospital Infections and Control Strategies
Hospital infections rank first among the quality indicators in inpatient treatment institutions. Infection Control Committee (ICC) carries out meticulous studies to minimize these infections.
- ICC Duties:
- Control and monitor antibiotic use
- Update and implement infection control plans
- Reduce hospital infection rates
The Committee holds regular meetings in accordance with scientific procedures (CDC: Center for Disease Control and Prevention) and implements infection control plans.
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Methods
Almost all laboratory services for infection diagnosis in our hospital are carried out in our laboratories equipped with the latest technologies. Patients are followed up by the same physician in terms of clinic and laboratory with visits made by an Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology specialist. This approach provides a holistic perspective in patient follow-up.
