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NICE guidelines on antimicrobial barrier caps – Full Text

"ClearGuard HD caps are used with central venous catheters in haemodialysis. They are different from standard caps because they contain a rod coated in the antimicrobial chlorhexidine acetate to prevent infection" NICE (2021)

"ClearGuard HD caps are used with central venous catheters in haemodialysis. They are different from standard caps because they contain a rod coated in the antimicrobial chlorhexidine acetate to prevent infection" NICE (2021)

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NICE guidelines on antimicrobial barrier caps

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“ClearGuard HD caps are used with central venous catheters in haemodialysis. They are different from standard caps because they contain a rod coated in the antimicrobial chlorhexidine acetate to prevent infection. Other options for preventing infection are the Curos disinfecting cap, used with Tego needleless connectors, and antimicrobial line lock solutions.

Clinical evidence shows that using ClearGuard HD caps instead of standard caps, Tego plus Curos, or line lock solutions reduces the risk of catheter-related bloodstream infections.”

Reference:

ClearGuard HD antimicrobial barrier caps for preventing haemodialysis catheter-related bloodstream infections. Medical technologies guidance [MTG62]. Published: 13 December 2021. https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/mtg62

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