Study on the Infection Risk of Long Dwell Period Catheters in High Risk Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Patients

Study on the Infection Risk of Long Dwell Period Catheters in High Risk ICU Patients

This is an evaluation of the use of silver impregnated catheters in burn patients to reduce catheter colonisation compared to the standard central venous catheter without antiseptic activity.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Burn patient
• Placement of a new trilumen central venous catheter