the number of immunocompromised patients hospitalized in the intensive care units (ICU) is increasing. They are at higher risk of colonization and/or infection with multi-resistant bacteria (MDR). However this risk is not well characterized. ICU acquired infections related to MDR are associated with increased morbidity and mortality. The aim of this study is to compare the incidence of ICU-acquired colonization and ICU-acquired infection related to MDR between immunocompromized and immunocompetent patients. The risk factors for ICU-acquired colonization and ICU-acquired infections, and their impact on outcome will also be evaluated and compared between immunocompromised and immunocompetent patients.
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Density rate of ICU-acquired infections related to MDR in immunosuppressed patients.
Timeframe: From ICU admission until day 28 after ICU admission