Central venous catheter-related infections in hematology and oncology: 2012 updated guidelines on diagnosis, management and prevention by the Infectious Diseases Working Party of the German Society of Hematology and Medical Oncology
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Cancer patients are at increased risk for central venous catheter-related infections (CRIs). Thus, a comprehensive, practical and evidence-based guideline on CRI in patients with malignancies is warranted.
PATIENTS AND METHODS: A panel of experts by the Infectious Diseases Working Party (AGIHO) of the German Society of Hematology and Medical Oncology (DGHO) has developed a guideline on CRI in cancer patients. Literature searches of the PubMed, Medline and Cochrane databases were carried out and consensus discussions were held.
RESULTS: Recommendations on diagnosis, management and prevention of CRI in cancer patients are made, and the strength of the recommendation and the level of evidence are presented.
CONCLUSION: This guideline is an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis, management and prevention of CRI in cancer patients.
Bibliographical data
Original language | English |
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ISSN | 0923-7534 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 01.05.2014 |
Externally published | Yes |
PubMed | 24399078 |
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