Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Surveillance of infections associated with intravenous catheters in dogs and cats in an intensive care unit.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
- Year:
- 2007
- Authors:
- Marsh-Ng, Michelle L et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Internal Medicine · United States
Plain-English summary
In a study looking at infections related to intravenous (i.v.) catheters in dogs and cats in an intensive care unit, researchers tested 151 catheters and found that 24.5% had bacteria growing on them. The most common type of bacteria found was Enterobacter spp. (a type of bacteria that can cause infections). Interestingly, factors like the type of catheter used, how long it was in place, and any complications did not seem to increase the risk of finding bacteria on the catheter tip. Overall, the study highlights that while infections can occur, many common factors do not appear to contribute to the risk.
Abstract
Positive catheter-tip culture rates and risk factors associated with bacterial colonization of intravenous (i.v.) catheters were assessed in dogs and cats. Aerobic and anaerobic bacterial cultures were performed on 151 catheters, and 24.5% were positive. Of the positive cultures, 46.0% grew Enterobacter spp. The type of catheter used, blood sampling through the catheter, the type of i.v. infusate administered, the duration the catheter was in place, the catheter location, complications with the catheter, and the final outcome of the animal were not associated with an increased risk of a positive bacterial culture from the catheter tip.
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