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A Capdevila-Reniu1, J A Capdevila2.
Abstract
Catheter-related bacteremia is one of the most important causes of nosocomial infection. Is associated to high rates of morbidity and mortality, including an economic burden. Peripheral venous catheter bacteremia is a leading cause of nosocomial infection in internal medicine departments. In this article, we review some important key points to improve its use and avoid infections.Entities:
Keywords: Bacteremia; Bacteriemia por catéter; Bloodstream infection; Catheter-related bacteremia; Catheter-related infection; Catéter venoso periférico; Flebitis; Infección nosocomial; Infección relacionada con catéteres; Nosocomial infection; Peripheral venous catheter; Phlebitis; Prevención; Prevention
Year: 2017 PMID： 28576382 DOI： 10.1016/j.rce.2017.04.001
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Rev Clin Esp (Barc) ISSN： 2254-8874