Intravascular catheter-associated bloodstream infections significantly increase rates of
morbidity and hospital costs. Microbial colonization and development of biofilms, which are …

Antimicrobial lock solutions may be needed to salvage indwelling catheters in patients
requiring continuous intravenous therapy. We determined the activity of minocycline, EDTA …

Background: Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) are a primary concern in
patients with indwelling central venous catheters (CVCs). Instillation of an antibiotic lock …

Background: Central venous catheter (CVC)-related bloodstream infections (BSIs) are
known to increase rates of morbidity and mortality in both inpatients and outpatients …

An in vitro model was designed to evaluate the efficacy of instilled antimicrobials to reduce
or eliminate intraluminal microbial colonization. Minimal inhibitory concentration and …

Infection of intravascular catheters by Staphylococcus aureus is a significant risk factor
within the health care setting. To treat these infections and attempt salvage of an …

Background. Catheter lock solutions are used for prevention and management of catheter-
related bloodstream infections. We investigated the activity of daptomycin and vancomycin …

Catheter-related bacteremia, a frequent complication in patients who are undergoing
hemodialysis, may be prevented by eradication of the catheter biofilm. Catheter lock solution …

Background. Microbial infections are the most serious complications associated with
indwelling central venous catheters. A catheter lock solution that is both antibacterial and …

BACKGROUND: A catheter lock solution containing 1.35% taurolidine and 4% citrate could
potentially disrupt bacterial surface adherence and consecutive biofilm production due to the …