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Bloodstream infection originating from a dialysis catheter — a major preventable cause of hospitalization and death.
CRBSI presents with fever and chills during/after dialysis. Management: blood cultures, empiric antibiotics, and catheter removal or exchange over a wire in uncomplicated cases. Prevention bundles — hand hygiene, maximal barrier precautions, chlorhexidine, catheter-last policy — cut rates sharply.
A long-term central venous catheter (CVC) for dialysis — a bridge when no fistula exists, with higher infection risk.
The surgical connection created to allow blood to flow between the patient's circulatory system and the dialysis machine during hemodialysis sessions.
A systematic program of policies, procedures, and surveillance activities designed to prevent healthcare-associated infections by reducing transmission of pathogens among patients and healthcare workers.
A medical procedure that filters waste products, excess fluids, and toxins from the blood using a dialysis machine when the kidneys can no longer perform this function adequately.
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This content is a general reference, not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment plan. Do not change your diet, fluids, medicines, or dialysis plan without your nephrologist or renal dietitian. Individual recommendations depend on your labs, medications, conditions, and care plan.