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Impact of Repeat Infection Timeframe on CLABSI Surveillance

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recommendations! Published in 2019 at "American Journal of Infection Control"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2019.04.168

Abstract: BACKGROUND Mandatory reporting of central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) is used as a measure of healthcare quality and hospital reimbursement. State reporting laws mandate patient notification of each… read more here.

Keywords: clabsis; surveillance; repeat; infection ... See more keywords

Harnessing implementation science to optimize harm prevention in critically ill children: a pilot study of bedside nurse CLABSI bundle performance in the pediatric intensive care unit.

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recommendations! Published in 2020 at "American journal of infection control"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2020.08.019

Abstract: OBJECTIVES Central-line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is associated with increased mortality, morbidity, and cost in hospitalized children. An evidence-based bundle of care can decrease CLABSI, but bundle compliance is imperfect. We explored factors impacting bundle… read more here.

Keywords: clabsi bundle; performance pediatric; bundle performance; clabsi ... See more keywords
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Analysis of Catheter Utilization, Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infections, and Costs Associated with an Inpatient Critical Care-driven Vascular Access Model.

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recommendations! Published in 2020 at "American journal of infection control"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2020.10.006

Abstract: BACKGROUND Central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) carry serious risks for patients and financial consequences for hospitals. Avoiding unnecessary temporary central venous catheters (CVC) can reduce CLABSI. Critical Care Medicine (CCM) is often consulted to insert… read more here.

Keywords: driven vascular; vascular access; ccm; clabsi ... See more keywords
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Factors Related to the Accurate Application of NHSN Surveillance Definitions for CAUTI and CLABSI in Texas Hospitals: A Cross-Sectional Survey.

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recommendations! Published in 2021 at "American journal of infection control"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ajic.2021.07.007

Abstract: Previous studies indicate variability in the accurate application of National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) surveillance criteria with limited data on possible contributing factors. In this cross-sectional, convenience sampled web-based survey sent to members of Texas infection… read more here.

Keywords: cross sectional; surveillance; nhsn surveillance; clabsi ... See more keywords
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Application of Parafilm As a Physical Barrier on CVC Connections Is Feasible and May Reduce Clabsi Among Pediatric HCT Patients

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recommendations! Published in 2019 at "Biology of Blood and Marrow Transplantation"

DOI: 10.1016/j.bbmt.2018.12.416

Abstract: Central line associated bloodstream infections (CLABSI) result in significant morbidity and mortality in hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) patients. Pediatric data is sparse, and previous/current interventions may impact bacterial flora and antibiotic resistance. Risks in pediatric… read more here.

Keywords: reduce clabsi; pediatric hct; hct patients; clabsi ... See more keywords
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Antiseptic barrier caps in central line-associated bloodstream infections: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

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recommendations! Published in 2022 at "European journal of internal medicine"

DOI: 10.1016/j.ejim.2022.01.040

Abstract: OBJECTIVES To evaluate the evidence concerning the effectiveness of antiseptic barrier caps vs. manual disinfection in preventing central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI). METHODS The protocol of this systematic review and meta-analysis was pre-registered in PROSPERO… read more here.

Keywords: analysis; barrier caps; antiseptic barrier; line ... See more keywords

Clearance of tunneled central venous catheter associated blood stream infections in children.

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recommendations! Published in 2018 at "Journal of pediatric surgery"

DOI: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2017.12.010

Abstract: BACKGROUND The optimal time to reinsert central venous catheters (tCVC) after a documented central line associated blood stream infection (CLABSI) is unclear. The goal of this study is to identify risk factors for children who… read more here.

Keywords: tcvc removal; tcvc; blood; clabsi ... See more keywords

Characterizing the relationship between coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) and central-line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) and assessing the impact of a nursing-focused CLABSI reduction intervention during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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recommendations! Published in 2022 at "Infection control and hospital epidemiology"

DOI: 10.1017/ice.2022.203

Abstract: OBJECTIVE To examine the impact of SARS-CoV-2 infection on CLABSI rate and characterize the patients who developed a CLABSI. We also examined the impact of a CLABSI-reduction quality-improvement project in patients with and without COVID-19.… read more here.

Keywords: covid clabsi; covid; clabsi rate; clabsi ... See more keywords
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Quality Improvement to Reduce Neonatal CLABSI: The Journey to Zero.

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recommendations! Published in 2020 at "American journal of perinatology"

DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1713605

Abstract: Neonatal infections, including those associated with central lines, continue to be a major cause of morbidity and mortality despite many other improvements in neonatal outcomes. Over the past decades, significant advances have been made to… read more here.

Keywords: journey zero; improvement; clabsi; quality improvement ... See more keywords
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113. Accuracy of the NHSN Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI) Definition

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recommendations! Published in 2018 at "Open Forum Infectious Diseases"

DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofy209.004

Abstract: Abstract Background CLABSIs are serious infections that cause prolonged hospital length of stay, increased cost, and mortality. Acute care hospitals must report CLABSIs to NHSN to participate in CMS programs. NHSN definitions must be met… read more here.

Keywords: methodology; infection; clabsi; clabsis ... See more keywords
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2093. Chlorhexidine Gluconate Bathing to Prevent Central Line Associated Infections: What to Do When the Patient Can Bathe Themselves

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recommendations! Published in 2018 at "Open Forum Infectious Diseases"

DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofy210.1749

Abstract: Abstract Background Bathing with pre-medicated 2% chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) impregnated cloths is for prevention of central line associated blood stream infections (CLABSI). The use of CHG on patients outside of intensive care units has not… read more here.

Keywords: intervention; compliance; clabsi; education ... See more keywords