The impact of a set of measures on the incidence of central line-associated bloodsteam infection in intensive care units

Intravascular catheters are necessary in health care practice, particularly in Intensive Care Units (ICU). However, central line-associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is related to prolonged hospitalization, increase of mortality and costs. Aim To analyze the impact of the implementation of a set of measures on the incidence of CLABSI.