Should we use closed or open infusion containers for prevention of bloodstream infections?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Hospitalized patients in critical care settings are at risk for bloodstream infections (BSI). Most BSIs originate from a central line (CL), and they increase length of stay, cost, and mortality. Open infusion containers may increase...

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Main Authors: Martinez-Soto Jose, Higuera-Ramirez Francisco, Rangel-Frausto Manuel S, Rosenthal Victor D
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-02-01
Series:Annals of Clinical Microbiology and Antimicrobials
Online Access:http://www.ann-clinmicrob.com/content/9/1/6