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Infectious Diseases and Microbiology
Infectious diseases, despite advances in the field of medicine today, remain common illnesses requiring rapid diagnosis and appropriate treatment. At Yeditepe University Hospitals' Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology, the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of infectious diseases are carried out using up-to-date diagnostic methods.
What are Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology?
Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology deals with the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. When necessary, advanced laboratory techniques and molecular methods are used to plan the diagnostic process. The Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology Department at Yeditepe University Hospitals also provides consultancy services on vaccination, prevention methods, and travel medicine against infectious diseases.
What Diseases Does Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology Deal With?
The Department of Infectious Diseases and Clinical Microbiology deals with the outpatient and inpatient diagnosis and treatment of some of the following diseases. These diseases are:
- Diseases accompanied by fever
- Common cold
- Flu
- Jaundice (Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and others)
- AIDS (HIV) and other viral diseases
- Rash diseases
- Diarrhea
- Food poisoning
- Parasitic diseases
- Systemic fungal infections
- Meningitis
Hospital-acquired infections, one of the most significant problems in hospitals in recent years, have been prevented at Yeditepe University Hospitals through comprehensive measures in both hospital infrastructure and operational principles. An Infection Control Committee has been established within the hospital, ensuring patients receive care in a hygienic environment throughout their treatment. In a first for Türkiye, all patient beds are equipped with a high-temperature water spray system for cleaning. Air and surface disinfection is carried out using the most up-to-date methods.
This content was prepared by Yeditepe University Hospitals Medical Editorial Board.
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