Catheterization and Vascular Infection

The infectious complications that occur following vascular access for catheterization are frequently associated with an unfavourable outcome, mainly because diagnosis is delayed. Although its incidence is low, clinicians should be aware of this complication as the use of invasive procedures is increasing. Here, we report our experience with 5 patients.

Las complicaciones infecciosas del acceso vascular tras el cateterismo se asocian con frecuencia con una evolución desfavorable debido a un retraso en el diagnóstico. A pesar de su baja incidencia, los clínicos deben estar atentos ante su aparición debido al creciente uso de técnicas intervencionistas. Presentamos nuestra experiencia con 5 pacientes.