Polyhexamethylene biguanide discs versus unmedicated dressings for prevention of central venous catheter –associated infection in the intensive care unit: A pilot randomised controlled trial to assess protocol safety and feasibility
Central venous catheters are prone to infectious complications, affecting morbidity, mortality and healthcare costs. Polyhexamethylene biguanide-impregnated discs at the catheter insertion site may prevent local and bloodstream infection; however, efficacy has not been established in a critical care setting.
Source: Australian Critical Care - Category: Nursing Authors: India Pearse, Nicole Marsh, Claire M. Rickard, Amanda J. Ullman, Emily Larsen, Anita Pelecanos, Nicola McGuinness, Lacey Irvine, Ivan L. Rapchuk, Marc Ziegenfuss, Amanda Corley Tags: Research paper Source Type: research
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