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Antimicrobial catheters in the ICU: is the juice worth the squeeze?

Critical care (London, England)
DOI: 10.1186/cc7793
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ABSTRACT : Catheter-related bloodstream infection is one of the most serious complications of central venous access devices. Antimicrobial-coated catheters represent one novel strategy to prevent catheter-related bloodstream infection. A comprehensive economic evaluation is essential to guide informed decision-making regarding the adoption of this technology and its expected benefits in healthcare institutions.

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Safdar, N. (2009). Antimicrobial catheters in the ICU: is the juice worth the squeeze? Critical Care (London, England). https://doi.org/10.1186/cc7793

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