title: Correct use of chlorhexidine in intravenous practice.
abstract: This article reviews the routes by which microorganisms may contaminate vascular access devices, and examines the role of chlorhexidine in the prevention of catheter-related bloodstream infections. Chlorhexidine-based cleansing products for use in intravenous therapy are reviewed and their correct use is discussed, with reference to clinical guidelines.
authors.affiliation: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London. katie.scales@imperial.nhs.uk
authors.forename: Katie
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Scales
mesh_terms: D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D016470:Bacteremia / Q000517:prevention & control*; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects; D002710:Chlorhexidine / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D006801:Humans; D006113:United Kingdom
chemical_list: D000891:Anti-Infective Agents, Local; D002710:Chlorhexidine