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Rates (mean [range]) of CVC-related bacteremia by type of intensive care unit (ICU) and denominator
| Denominator | Neonatal ICUs | Pediatric ICUs | Adult ICUs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 CVCs | 6.6 (0–14.3) | 4.4 (0.5–8.8) | 4.3 (0–16.2) |
| 1000 enrollment | 7.5 (0–11.6) | 5.6 (0.8–11.2) | 6.2 (0–25.6) |
| days | |||
| 100 patients | 10.7 (0–18.8) | 5.3 (0.7–10.6) | 6.0 (0–18.0) |
CVC Central venous catheter
