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Healthcare-associated infection point prevalence survey – Full Text

"A point prevalence survey performed in Canada in 2024 following the COVID-19 pandemic identified a stable prevalence of HAIs and AROs despite the inclusion of SARS-CoV-2. Concerning trends were observed including the increased prevalence of certain HAIs such as CLABSIs and VRIs highlighting the need for ongoing efforts in hospital infection prevention" Mitchell et al (2025).

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Checklists decrease CLABSI rates in ICU

"The purpose of this project was to develop and implement an evidence-based central line clinical protocol (paper checklist) to prevent CLABSIs in the ICU" Reynolds et al (2025).

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Umbilical line fixation and CLABSI rates

"This study highlights the feasibility of the non-adhesive suspension technique as a method to fix umbilical catheter with no associated skin injury and displacement" Vahnita et al (2025).

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Different PICC insertion techniques reviewed

"Catheterization methods for peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) mainly include the traditional method, one-needle subcutaneous tunnel catheterization, and two-needle subcutaneous tunnel catheterization, all of which are widely used in clinical practice" Li et al (2025).

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PICC-related complications in neonates – Full Text

"Low birth weight (<1000 g) and non-central catheter tip location are significant predictors of PICC-related complications in neonates, while antimicrobial-impregnated catheters have a protective effect" Avsar et al (2025).

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