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In vitro assessment of effect of initial specimen diversion device on detection of central venous catheter contamination or colonization

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The role of initial specimen diversion devices (ISDDs) in preventing contamination of central venous catheter (CVC) blood cultures is undefined. A model to simulate CVC colonization and contamination compared standard cultures with ISDD technique. ISDD detected 100% of colonized CVCs while decreasing false-positive cultures from 36% to 16%.

Source: Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology

DOI: 10.1017/ice.2024.220

Authors: Mark E. Rupp, Paul D. Fey, Elizabeth Lyden, Luke Handke

Institution: University of Nebraska Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis

Subfield: Emergency Medical Services

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,450