What are the main sources and transmission routes?
The primary reservoir for Acinetobacter baumannii is the hospital environment. It can be found on medical equipment, bed rails, sink faucets, and other surfaces. The pathogen is transmitted mainly through direct contact with contaminated surfaces or through the hands of healthcare workers. It can also spread through aerosols, although this is less common. Infections are most frequently seen in patients who are immunocompromised or have invasive devices such as catheters or ventilators.
