Moderator: Johann Sellner (Mistelbach, Austria)

Guest: Tamuna Akhvlediani (Tbilisi, Georgia)

In this last episode on Infectious Diseases, Prof. Johann Sellner and Prof. Tamuna Akhvlediani explore nosocomial infections of the central nervous system (CNS). They cover the definition, common pathogens, and prevention methods like infection control and standardized surgery. Prof. Akhvlediani specifies prevalent CNS infections and addresses challenges in prevention and treatment, notably due to antimicrobial resistance. The conversation concludes with insights into treatment strategies, emphasizing the increasing challenge of antimicrobial resistance in healthcare-associated infections.