Factors associated with recurrence and mortality in central line-associated bloodstream infections: a retrospective cohort study

Factors associated with recurrence and mortality in central line-associated bloodstream infections: a retrospective cohort study

Abstract Background Central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) are associated with increased mortality, hospital length of stay, and cost. Antimicrobial treatment guidelines for CLABSIs are primarily based on expert opinion. We hypothesized that shorter antimicrobial treatment duration...

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Main Authors: Luis E Huerta, George E Nelson, Thomas G Stewart, Todd W Rice
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-10-01
Series:Critical Care
Subjects:
Catheter-related infections
Cross infection
Anti-infective agents
Critical care
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13054-018-2206-7

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