Impact of a 'Catheter Bundle' on Infection Rates and Economic Costs in the Intensive Care Unit: A Retrospective Cohort Study

• Main Authors: Alberto Lucchini (Author), Marco Giani (Author), Emanuele Rezoagli (Author), Giulia Favata (Author), Annagiulia Andreani (Author), Marta Spada (Author), Luigi Cannizzo (Author), Nicola Barreca (Author), Matteo Cesana (Author), Stefano Citterio (Author), Stefano Elli (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2024-08-01T00:00:00Z.
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Introduction: Catheter-related infections (CBRSIs) are a widespread problem that increase morbidity and mortality in intensive care unit (ICU) patients and management costs. Objective: The main aim of this study was to assess the prevalence of CBRSIs in an intensive care unit following international...