Connectors as a risk factor for blood-associated infections (3-way stopcock and needleless connector): A randomized-experimental study

ConclusionsThe study's results indicated no significant difference between NC and TWSs in terms of reproduction. It should also be noted that connectors integrated into IVC pose a risk in the development of catheter-related bloodstream infections.
Source: American Journal of Infection Control - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research