Bloodstream infectionMortalityClinical presentationBloodstream infections (BSI) represent a serious bacterial infection with substantial morbidity and mortality. Population-based studies demonstrate an increased incidence, especially among elderly patients. Controversy exists regarding whether presentation of BSI are ...
Reducing the rate of catheter-associated bloodstream infections in a surgical intensive care unit using the Institute for Healthcare Improvement central li... Central line鈥揳ssociated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) are a significant source of morbidity and mortality. This study sought to determine ...
The lining of the anus is thinner than the vagina, and it lacks natural lubrication.That makes it much more vulnerable to tearing. Tears can allow viruses and bacteria to enter the bloodstream. This can include sexually transmitted infections, such asHIV. Studies have suggested that receptive ana...
But because bloodstream infections like IE are associated with high mortality, clinicians typically start patients on empiric antimicrobial therapy while awaiting lab results. Unfortunately, standard-of-care testing can take days to return results—labs must first identify an organism in positive blood ...
Inserting a PICC line is more invasive than administering a peripheral IV, which also means there can be added risks. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and bloodstream infections are two of the more serious complications that can occur. Because PICC lines lie deep within the bloodstream, they can prov...
where it can lead to pneumonia or bloodstream infections. MRSA also spreads in communities, especially in situations where there is a lot of exposed skin, other physical contact and the use of shared equipment — for example, among athletes, in tattoo parlors, and in day care facilities and ...
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There are several types of white blood cells that fight off infections. Some make antibodies that alert other cells to attack viruses and bacteria. Other types of white blood cells consume and destroy bacteria to help prevent a dirty wound from causing a bloodstream infection. When donated, t...
What are Hospital-Acquired Infections? What is a Nosocomial Infection? Discussion Comments ByRotergirl— On Jan 29, 2014 I have heard nurses say that staying for an extended length of time in the hospital was a good way to get sick. Staph infections tend to be common goolies in the hospita...
Central lines.A central line is a tube that connects to your neck, chest, arm, or groin to deliver medicine straight into your bloodstream. Germs can pass through the tube and cause dangerous bloodstream infections. These germs can live on medical gloves, on the skin where the tube is inser...