Clinical Features of Bloodstream Infections Associated with Peripheral Versus Central Venous Catheters

ConclusionThe pathogen species distribution varies between PVC-BSIs and CVC-BSIs. However, all-cause mortality does not differ between the two groups. PVCs are not safer than CVCs with respect to BSIs; therefore, it is necessary to use similar precautions relevant to CVC use in order to avoid unnecessary use of PVCs.

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Source: Infectious Diseases and Therapy - July 30, 2019 Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research