Application of infrared thermography in diagnosing peripherally inserted central venous catheter infections in children with cancer

The objective of this preliminary study is to use infrared thermography to discern whether there is an infection in patients with a CVC and, if so, to undertake a close follow-up of its evolution, after administering a therapy. Thermal asymmetry by mean and maximum temperatures (temperature affected ROI   −  temperature contralateral ROI) is measured. Main results : In all cases with catheter infection, thermal asymmetry values were higher than in controls without infection, allowing us to assess improvement after starting the treatment. Significance : These preliminary results are satisfactory because they reflect the advantages of using infrared the...
Source: Physiological Measurement - Category: Physiology Authors: Source Type: research