Safety and efficacy of 2% chlorhexidine gluconate aqueous versus 2% chlorhexidine gluconate in 70% isopropyl alcohol for skin disinfection prior to percutaneous central venous catheter insertion in preterm neonates: the ARCTIC randomised-controlled feasibility trial protocol

<strong>Introduction</strong> Catheter-related sepsis is one of the most dangerous complications of neonatal intensive care and is associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Use of catheter-care ‘bundles’ has reduced the incidence of catheter-related sepsis, although individual...

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Main Authors: Clarke, P, Craig, J, Wain, J, Tremlett, C, Linsell, L, Bowler, U, Juszczak, E, Heath, P
Format: Journal article
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2019