Closed intravenous systems for central vascular access: A difference maker for CLABSI rates in neonates?

Matheus F P T van RensKevin HugillAirene L V FranciaMohamad Adnan MahmahAfaf Boulous J Al ShadadImelda Caseres ChiucoKrisha L P Garcia

Published in: The journal of vascular access (2022)

Utilization of a pre-assembled closed IV administration set was associated with a reduction in CLABSI rates. The study results suggest that using a pre-assembled closed IV set concurrently with evidence-based central line infection control interventions can help attain extended periods of zero CLABSI.

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physical activity
high dose
low birth weight
preterm infants