Techniques to prevent central venous catheter infections: products, research, and recommendations.
Central venous catheters (CVCs) are commonly used to deliver a variety of therapies such as chemotherapy and parenteral nutrition. It is well known that there are complications associated with CVCs; a major complication is catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI). Many strategies exist to prevent CVC complications and CRBSI. This paper will focus on the fight against CRBSI using 3 products at the catheter insertion site: 2% chlorhexidine, BioPatch, and transparent split dressings. Lists of key recommendations from national organizations for infection prevention are included.
Banton
Jane
J
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics, 600 Highland Ave., Madison, WI 53792, USA. ja.banton@hosp.wisc.edu
D016470:Bacteremia / Q000382:microbiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D001424:Bacterial Infections / Q000382:microbiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D001458:Bandages; D002405:Catheterization, Central Venous / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004203:Disinfection / Q000379:methods; D004866:Equipment Contamination / Q000517:prevention & control; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control; D007239:Infections; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic