Risk Factor Prediction Model for Catheter-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CABSIs) in Midline and Central Venous Catheters: A Cohort Follow-Up Study
Elisabeth Lafuente-Cabrero·Avelina Tortosa·Anna Civit-Cuñado·Diana García-Sardelli·Carla Molina-Huerta·Ines Gerez-Acevedo·Dolors Giró‐Formatger·Laia Lacueva‐Pérez·Cristina Esquinas·Roser Terradas
Background: Venous catheter placement is the most common invasive procedure performed in hospitals. Despite their widespread use and importance in healthcare, these devices can cause complications such as catheter-associated bloodstream infections (CABSIs). Although several studies have investigated potential risk factors, including sociodemographic, medical history, and clinical variables, the results remain inconsistent and inconclusive. Objectives: The aim of this study was to identify indepe