👉 Malpractice infection, also known as healthcare-associated infection (HAI) resulting from negligent medical care, occurs when a healthcare provider's actions or omissions lead to the transmission of infectious diseases to a patient. This can happen due to various factors, such as inadequate sterilization of equipment, improper hand hygiene, failure to follow infection control protocols, or breaches in patient isolation procedures. When an infection is contracted during treatment and not promptly identified and managed, it constitutes malpractice. This not only compromises the patient's health and safety but can also lead to prolonged illness, increased healthcare costs, and even death. Preventive measures, including strict adherence to infection control guidelines, regular staff training, and robust surveillance systems, are crucial to mitigate the risk of malpractice infections.
