Early central line-associated blood stream infections in children with cancer pose a risk for premature catheter removal.

Jacob MoellAnna SvenningssonMargareta Af SandebergMagnus LarssonMats HeymanArja Harila-SaariAnna Nilsson

Published in: Acta paediatrica (Oslo, Norway : 1992) (2018)

We observed a high prevalence of early CVC associated blood stream infection mainly in patients with haematological malignancies. Our study highlights the importance of preventive measures in reducing infections in paediatric cancer patients.

Keyphrases

papillary thyroid
intensive care unit
emergency department
young adults
squamous cell
lymph node metastasis