Nosocomial

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008085",
  "term": "Nosocomial",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Relating to an infection or disease acquired in a hospital or other healthcare setting. These infections are often caused by antibiotic-resistant bacteria and can affect patients during or after their stay. Common examples include surgical site infections, pneumonia, and urinary tract infections, which are monitored for public health.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "disease"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1272 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/nosocomial/"
}