Klinische Pädiatrie
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Klinische Pädiatrie · Mar 2009
Infection rate with application of an antibiotic-impregnated catheter for shunt implantation in children - a retrospective analysis.
The infection rate of hydrocephalus shunts in children amounts figures of up to 25% and the according mortality rate is alarming high nowadays yet. An antibiotic impregnated shunt-catheter (AIS) was designed to reduce the incidence of shunt infections. ⋯ Apparently, AIS can reduce the incidence of shunt infections in children. Further prospective trials with a larger cohort are necessary for a statistically significant prove.
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Klinische Pädiatrie · Mar 2009
Sepsis and lung abscess following malposition of an umbilical vein catheter in a neonate.
Umbilical vein catheterisation is a common and useful procedure in the care of critically ill newborns, but several complications may occur. ⋯ Our case highlights the importance of exact determination of the position of central catheters by x-ray and/or ultrasound immediately after placement.