Effectiveness of chlorhexidine dressings to prevent catheter-related bloodstream infections. Does one size fit all? A systematic literature review and meta-analysis.

Mireia Puig-AsensioAlexandre R MarraChristopher A ChildsMary E KuklaEli N PerencevichMarin L Schweizer

Published in: Infection control and hospital epidemiology (2020)

CHG dressings prevent CRBSIs in adults with short-term CVCs, including patients with an onco-hematological disease. CHG dressings might reduce exit-site and tunnel infections in long-term CVCs. In neonates and pediatric populations, proof of CHG dressing effectiveness is lacking and there is an increased risk of serious adverse events. Future studies should investigate CHG effectiveness in non-ICU settings and monitor for CHG resistance.

Keyphrases

randomized controlled trial
systematic review
intensive care unit
current status
low birth weight
genetic diversity