Preventing, Managing Cytomegalovirus Infection in the Setting of Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation
ECIL 7 releases its guidelines for managing CMV infection in patients with hematologic malignancies and after HSCT.
Infection Control
Managing Infectious Risk in Patients With Hematologic Malignancies
In this review, researchers discussed strategies for identifying and treating infection in patients undergoing intensive chemotherapy.
Metronidazole, Vancomycin Recommended for C Difficile in Pediatric Oncology, HSCT
An international multidisciplinary panel of experts in pediatric oncology and infectious diseases convened to develop recommendations for the prevention and treatment of C difficile infection in pediatric patients with cancer or who are undergoing HSCT.
Ciprofloxacin Plus Doxycycline Reduces Infection Rate in Multiple Myeloma Post-ASCT
A health outcomes analysis of 419 patients with multiple myeloma sought to determine if cipro-doxy was more effective than cipro alone in reducing the incidence of neutropenic fever and infections, both significant causes of morbidity and death for these patients.
Evidence-Based Approach Improves Rate of Colon Surgical Site Infections
Study results presented at the NACNS 2018 Annual Conference demonstrate the efficacy of SSI bundle element compliance and multidisciplinary clinical collaboration in reducing colon surgical site infections.
Use of Antiseptic Swabs Significantly Reduce Incidence of CLABSIs
Results of a cross-over trial presented at the NACNS 2018 Annual Conference demonstrate the efficacy of antiseptic device swabs in reducing central line-associated bloodstream infections in oncology patients with central venous catheters.
Peer-Driven Education Leads to Improved Sepsis Bundle Compliance, Outcomes
Results of a project involving periodic surveys of nursing staff intended to assess familiarity with sepsis screening tool and sepsis bundle was presented at the NACNS 2018 Annual Conference.sep
Best Approach to Infection and Tumor Treatment: Contain or Eliminate?
Using mathematical analysis, researchers identified factors to help determine if containment or the elimination of an infection or tumor, is most effective.
Low-dose Dexamethasone Premedication May Be Preferred for Weekly Docetaxel Regimens
Low-dose dexamethasone may be preferred as a premedication protocol for patients receiving weekly docetaxel regimens due a significantly lower risk of infection compared with a higher dose regimen.
Central Venous Catheter Self-management Education Program Effective
A central venous catheter self-management education program is an effective nursing intervention to promote long-term self-management of a CVC for discharged patients with cancer.
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