Korean J Nosocomial Infect Control.  2013 Dec;18(2):33-38. 10.14192/kjnic.2013.18.2.33.

Comprehensive Approach to Prevention of Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection

• Choe PG
• Kim HB

• KMID: 2256305
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.14192/kjnic.2013.18.2.33

Abstract

Central lines are indispensable in hospital care. The main complication resulting from their use is central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI). CLABSI is one of the most frequent healthcare-associated infections associated with high costs, morbidity, and potential lethality. Recent studies on CLABSI prevention show that a multifaceted approach to improving central line insertion and maintenance practices results in decreased CLABSI rates. The question today, then, is not 'what to do,' but 'how to do it.'

Keyword

Catheter-related infection; Central venous catheter; Comprehensive health care; Prevention

MeSH Terms

Catheter-Related Infections
Central Venous Catheters
Comprehensive Health Care

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