Antibiotic lock for the prevention of catheter-related infection in neonates

Use of a central venous catheter (CVC) in neonates is associated with an increase in nosocomial infection. Numerous strategies exist to prevent catheter-related bloodstream infection (CRBSI); however, CRBSI continues to be a major problem. Antibiotic locking catheters is a new and promising treatment that potentially prevents this severe condition.To assess the effectiveness of antibiotic lock versus no antibiotic lock or alternative antibiotic...