Preventing central venous line related bloodstream infections in adult ICUs: Start from the basics and bundle

Preventing central venous line related bloodstream infections in adult ICUs: Start from the basics and bundle

Arvaniti K
Intensive and Critical Care Nursing Article in Press

In the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), central venous line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) represent an important component of healthcare-associated infections and are linked to increased morbidity, mortality and overall hospital-associated cost (Warren et al., 2006; Stevens et al., 2014). CLABSIs are considered a preventable cause of healthcare-associated patient’s adverse events. Despite major scientific advances in pathogenesis, surveillance methods and treatment approach, the most appropriate interventions to prevent and control CLABSIs remain debatable.