Chlorhexidine Compared with Povidone-Iodine Solution for Vascular Catheter–Site Care

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Authors

Nathorn Chaiyakunapruk · Naresuan University

Benjamin A. Lipsky · Naresuan University

Abstract

These results suggest that incidence of bloodstream infections is significantly reduced in patients with central vascular lines who receive chlorhexidine gluconate versus povidone-iodine for insertion-site skin disinfection. Use of chlorhexidine gluconate is a simple and effective means of reducing vascular catheter-related infections.

Topics & Keywords

Central Venous Catheters and Hemodialysis Vascular Procedures and Complications Streptococcal Infections and Treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Annals of Internal Medicine

Volume 136, Issue 11, pp. 792-801

DOI: 10.7326/0003-4819-136-11-200206040-00007

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