Knowledge and perception of nosocomial infections among patients in a Nigerian hospital

Abstract Nosocomial infections are infections that are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality among hospitalized patients, and can lead to higher healthcare costs and longer hospital stays in both developed and developing countries. The objectives of the study were to identify the level of knowl...

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Main Authors: Olawale Oni, Edidiong Orok, Zainab Lawal, Tolulope Ojo, Tunrayo Oluwadare, Toba Bamitale, Boluwaji Jaiyesimi, Alice Akinjisola, Titilayo Apara
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2023-11-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-47661-0