NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Aug. 27 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:

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Researchers identify key fungal genes driving urinary catheter infections

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Relying on a urinary catheter is a standard part of medical care for hundreds of thousands of patients each year. Unfortunately, the device carries the risk of catheter-associated urinary infections (CAUTIs), where bacteria are widely recognized as the primary cause.