Systematic review investigates racial disparities in rates of healthcare-associated infections, highlighting urgent research needs.
Racial and ethnic disparities were observed in rates of HAIs, specifically for CLABSI and HO-CDI. However, conclusions are limited by the substantial heterogeneity present. Further research characterizing social determinants of health driving these disparities is needed.
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