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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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2010-02-01
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Series: | Annals of Clinical Microbiology and Antimicrobials |
Online Access: | http://www.ann-clinmicrob.com/content/9/1/6 |