Incidence of infections in adult patients with central venous catheter: A systematic review

Background: central venous catheter (CVC)-associated infections are infections that develop due to the insertion of a catheter into a central or peripheral vein. These infections represent an important cause of morbidity and mortality in hospitalized patients. The implementation of prevention packages, including measures such as hand hygiene and the application of sterile barriers, has been shown to reduce the incidence of these infections. Other risk factors include the length of the catheter, the patient’s comorbidities, and compliance with prevention measures. Method: the study design was that of a systematic review of the literature. Selected articles from the specific search that met the inclusion criteria were analyzed, except for articles that met some exclusion criteria. Results: average percentage of infection every 100 days = 0,64 %. Median percentage of infection every 100 days= 0,42 %. Conclusion: in conclusion, it is important to implement effective prevention measures in the insertion and management of central venous catheters. These measures include hand hygiene, proper preparation of the insertion site, education and training of medical personnel, and the use of protective barriers. By consistently applying these measures, the incidence of CVC-associated infections can be significantly reduced and patient safety and care improved.