Infection
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Catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSI) are a leading cause of nosocomial infections associated with significant mortality and costs. The objective of this study was to determine the rate of CRBSI in two large Swiss hospitals and to identify risk factors for this condition. ⋯ Number of lumens and site of access were independent risk factors for CRBSI. The use of catheters with multiple lumens should therefore be restricted as far as possible. If a catheter cannot be removed, the permanent closure of unneeded lumens may reduce the risk of CRBSI.