英文摘要 |
Cancer patients always need a central line for infusion of chemotherapy and nutritional fluid supplements. They are at high risk for central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI). In order to reduce the incidence of CLABSI on the oncology ward, we implemented combined measures for infection control from 2011 to 2014. Care bundles included: (1) verification and instructions for Port-A-Cath needle insertion, (2) a Port-A-Cath identification check list, (3) instructions on hand hygiene, (4) maximization of sterile barrier precautions, (5) use of 2% chlorhexidine for sterilization, and (6) joint responsibility for central line care bundles. After implementation of central line care bundles, CLABSI incidence declined from 3.34 in 2010 to 1.05 in 2014(P < 0.001), Among CLABSI isolates, the number and percentage of coagulase-negative staphylococci declined from 9 to 1 and 13.8% to 4.0% (P = 0.183), respectively. Thus, implementation of combined measures for infection control can reduce CLABSI incidence in the oncology ward. |